Spencer, Iowa vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 3.3% more expensive than Spencer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $103,272 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Spencer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Spencer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Waco
than in Spencer, Iowa
Spencer, IA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Spencer, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  15.9% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower