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AUSTIN vs. DES MOINES
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Austin, Texas vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
39.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$182,426
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Austin, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.2% lower
Child Care
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% lower
Commute
32.0% lower
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.2% lower
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