Denison, Iowa vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 22.3% more expensive than Denison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $94,770 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Denison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Denison, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Denison, Iowa
Denison, IA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Denison, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower