Waukee, Iowa vs. Waconia, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waconia, Minnesota is 15.4% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,724 in Waconia, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waconia, Minnesota is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Waconia
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Waconia, MN
Compared to Waukee, Waconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  41.1% higher
  Health
  29.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher