Atlanta, Georgia vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 28.1% cheaper than Atlanta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $61,147 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Atlanta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Atlanta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, GA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Atlanta, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  39.1% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
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  Personal
  9.6% lower
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