Cost of Living Calculator - Ankeny, Iowa vs Paris, Texas


The cost of living in Paris, Texas is 21.4% cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,976 in Paris, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paris, Texas is cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Paris
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs Paris, TX
Compared to Ankeny, Paris is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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