Wadena, Minnesota vs. Boone, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boone, Iowa is 4.7% more expensive than Wadena, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $52,351 in Boone, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wadena, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boone, Iowa is more expensive than Wadena, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Boone
than in Wadena, Minnesota
Wadena, MN vs. Boone, IA
Compared to Wadena, Boone is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  5.8% lower
  Health
  38.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher