Williston, North Dakota vs. Ankeny, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ankeny, Iowa is 2.2% cheaper than Williston, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $39,109 in Ankeny, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Williston, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ankeny, Iowa is cheaper than Williston, North Dakota
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
19% cheaper in Ankeny
than in Williston, North Dakota
Williston, ND vs. Ankeny, IA
Compared to Williston, Ankeny is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  10.8% higher
  Health
  5.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% lower