Solon, Iowa vs. Waconia, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waconia, Minnesota is 9.7% more expensive than Solon, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $131,667 in Waconia, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Solon, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waconia, Minnesota is more expensive than Solon, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Waconia
than in Solon, Iowa
Solon, IA vs. Waconia, MN
Compared to Solon, Waconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.7% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  43.7% higher
  Health
  29.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher