Waverly, Iowa vs. Jackson, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Michigan is 1.3% cheaper than Waverly, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,329 in Jackson, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Waverly, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Michigan is cheaper than Waverly, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Jackson
than in Waverly, Iowa
Waverly, IA vs. Jackson, MI
Compared to Waverly, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  42.5% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower