Temple, Texas vs. Waukee, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 14.3% more expensive than Temple, Texas.

You would need a salary of $57,160 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Temple, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is more expensive than Temple, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Waukee
than in Temple, Texas
Temple, TX vs. Waukee, IA
Compared to Temple, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  5.0% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% higher