Watertown, South Dakota vs. Ankeny, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ankeny, Iowa is 8.7% more expensive than Watertown, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $135,908 in Ankeny, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Watertown, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ankeny, Iowa is more expensive than Watertown, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Ankeny
than in Watertown, South Dakota
Watertown, SD vs. Ankeny, IA
Compared to Watertown, Ankeny is:
  Homeowner
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  8.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  30.0% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
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  Personal
  7.5% lower
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