Waukee, Iowa vs. Taylor, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taylor, Texas is 5.0% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $126,013 in Taylor, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taylor, Texas is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% more expensive in Taylor
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Taylor, TX
Compared to Waukee, Taylor is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  48.5% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% lower