Wilmington, Delaware vs. Waukee, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 3.5% cheaper than Wilmington, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $48,238 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wilmington, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is cheaper than Wilmington, Delaware
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% cheaper in Waukee
than in Wilmington, Delaware
Wilmington, DE vs. Waukee, IA
Compared to Wilmington, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher