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BELLINGHAM vs. DES MOINES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Bellingham, Washington vs. Des Moines, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Washington is
7.1%
more expensive
than Bellingham, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$107,143
in Des Moines, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Washington is
more expensive
than Bellingham, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
74% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Des Moines, WA
Compared to Bellingham, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% higher
Commute
74.4% higher
Health
9.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.4% higher
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