Albany, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 7.9% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $59,881 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Albany, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
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  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  18.8% lower
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  12.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  18.1% lower
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