Brooklyn, New York vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 57.4% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $21,305 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Brooklyn, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  40.9% lower
  Commute
  61.2% lower
  Health
  19.7% lower
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  Personal
  25.0% lower
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