Waukee, Iowa vs. Paradise, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paradise, Michigan is 18.6% cheaper than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $27,140 in Paradise, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paradise, Michigan is cheaper than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Paradise
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Paradise, MI
Compared to Waukee, Paradise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.6% lower
      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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  24.9% higher
  Health
  21.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% lower