Ankeny, Iowa vs. Rolla, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rolla, Missouri is 15.9% cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,028 in Rolla, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rolla, Missouri is cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Rolla
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Rolla, MO
Compared to Ankeny, Rolla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.9% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  20.9% lower
  Health
  18.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher