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WATERLOO vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Waterloo, Iowa vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
24.3%
more expensive
than Waterloo, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$93,229
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
more expensive
than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Grand Rapids
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Waterloo, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.3% higher
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Food
2.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
75.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.3% higher
Commute
47.9% higher
Health
22.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.0% higher
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