Atlanta, Georgia vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 18.7% cheaper than Atlanta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $162,523 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Atlanta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Atlanta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, GA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Atlanta, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  18.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
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  Personal
  8.8% lower
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