Waverly, Iowa vs. Brookings, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brookings, South Dakota is 2.4% more expensive than Waverly, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,220 in Brookings, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Waverly, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brookings, South Dakota is more expensive than Waverly, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Brookings
than in Waverly, Iowa
Waverly, IA vs. Brookings, SD
Compared to Waverly, Brookings is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% lower
  Commute
  5.5% lower
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower