Creston, Iowa vs. Allen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allen, Texas is 50.5% more expensive than Creston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $75,243 in Allen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Creston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allen, Texas is more expensive than Creston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
340% more expensive in Allen
than in Creston, Iowa
Creston, IA vs. Allen, TX
Compared to Creston, Allen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.5% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  263.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  44.4% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower