Cost of Living Calculator - Plainfield, Illinois vs Waukee, Iowa


The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 2.3% cheaper than Plainfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,270 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Plainfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is cheaper than Plainfield, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% cheaper in Waukee
than in Plainfield, Illinois
Plainfield, IL vs Waukee, IA
Compared to Plainfield, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% lower
      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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  24.9% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% higher

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