Cost of Living Calculator - Waukesha, Wisconsin vs Johnston, Iowa


The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 3.8% cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $96,204 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
16% cheaper in Johnston
than in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Waukesha, WI vs Johnston, IA
Compared to Waukesha, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.4% lower

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