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Des Moines, Iowa - Olympia, Washington

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A salary of $47,500 in Des Moines, Iowa should increase to $64,368 in Olympia, Washington

Des Moines U.S. Avg. Olympia

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Cost of Living IndexesDes MoinesOlympia
Overall84114
Food95107
Housing65140
Utilities9291
Transportation99109
Health89110
Miscellaneous88104
100=national average

Olympia is 36% more expensive than Des Moines.

Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Housing is 116% more expensive in Olympia.


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