Seattle, Washington vs. Waucoma, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waucoma, Iowa is 57.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $21,067 in Waucoma, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waucoma, Iowa is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Waucoma
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Waucoma, IA
Compared to Seattle, Waucoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.9% lower
      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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.8% higher
  Commute
  50.8% lower
  Health
  28.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower