Waukee, Iowa vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 7.6% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,810 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Olathe
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Waukee, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher