Peru, Indiana vs. Waukesha, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukesha, Wisconsin is 46.1% more expensive than Peru, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $73,066 in Waukesha, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Peru, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukesha, Wisconsin is more expensive than Peru, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
152% more expensive in Waukesha
than in Peru, Indiana
Peru, IN vs. Waukesha, WI
Compared to Peru, Waukesha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  209.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  39.1% higher
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.4% higher