Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 13.9% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $40,987 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Waco
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Ottumwa, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  15.1% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower