Waukee, Iowa vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 33.4% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,361 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Denver
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Waukee, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.4% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  50.6% higher
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower