Bethesda, Maryland vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 58.1% cheaper than Bethesda, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $55,316 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Bethesda, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  58.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.1% lower
  Commute
  42.0% lower
  Health
  18.0% higher
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  Personal
  10.0% lower
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