Waco, Texas vs. Fort Dodge, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Dodge, Iowa is 11.2% cheaper than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $44,423 in Fort Dodge, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Dodge, Iowa is cheaper than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Fort Dodge
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Fort Dodge, IA
Compared to Waco, Fort Dodge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  18.7% lower
  Health
  22.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher