Ankeny, Iowa vs. Waukesha, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukesha, Wisconsin is 8.6% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $90,112 in Waukesha, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukesha, Wisconsin is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% more expensive in Waukesha
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Waukesha, WI
Compared to Ankeny, Waukesha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% higher

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