Lexington, Kentucky vs. Waukee, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 5.9% more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $79,392 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Waukee
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs. Waukee, IA
Compared to Lexington, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher