Van Meter, Iowa vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 11.9% more expensive than Van Meter, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $83,910 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Meter, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Van Meter, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Colorado Springs
than in Van Meter, Iowa
Van Meter, IA vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Van Meter, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  22.7% higher
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower