Cost of Living Calculator - Waconia, Minnesota vs Highlands Ranch, Colorado


The cost of living in Highlands Ranch, Colorado is 29.4% more expensive than Waconia, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $181,139 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Waconia, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Highlands Ranch, Colorado is more expensive than Waconia, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Highlands Ranch
than in Waconia, Minnesota
Waconia, MN vs Highlands Ranch, CO
Compared to Waconia, Highlands Ranch is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  5.6% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher

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