Waukee, Iowa vs. Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is 53.3% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,670 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
210% more expensive in Steamboat Springs
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Steamboat Springs, CO
Compared to Waukee, Steamboat Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.3% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  140.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  25.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower