Boise City, Idaho vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 32.4% cheaper than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $84,442 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Boise City, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Boise City, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  32.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
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  Personal
  7.8% lower
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