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CALDWELL vs. DES MOINES
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Caldwell, Idaho vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
23.4%
cheaper
than Caldwell, Idaho.
You would need a salary of
$76,556
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Caldwell, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Caldwell, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Caldwell, Idaho
Caldwell, ID vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Caldwell, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.4% lower
Commute
15.7% lower
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% lower
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