Cost of Living Calculator - Ankeny, Iowa vs Independence, Missouri


The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 7.3% cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $37,095 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Independence
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs Independence, MO
Compared to Ankeny, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  19.7% higher
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher

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