Boston, Massachusetts vs. Ankeny, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ankeny, Iowa is 39.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $78,136 in Ankeny, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ankeny, Iowa is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Ankeny
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Ankeny, IA
Compared to Boston, Ankeny is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  41.5% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
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  Personal
  28.9% lower
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