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CHARLOTTE vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. West Des Moines, Iowa
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The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
10.8%
cheaper
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$334,342
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Charlotte, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.8% lower
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.2% lower
Commute
27.0% lower
Health
7.8% higher
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Personal
8.5% lower
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