Akron, Ohio vs. Waterloo, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waterloo, Iowa is 4.5% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,250 in Waterloo, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterloo, Iowa is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Waterloo
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Waterloo, IA
Compared to Akron, Waterloo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  19.9% lower
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher