Waukee, Iowa vs. Caldwell, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Caldwell, Idaho is 7.3% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,653 in Caldwell, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Caldwell, Idaho is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Caldwell
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Caldwell, ID
Compared to Waukee, Caldwell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  14.9% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% lower