Denver, Colorado vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 30.4% cheaper than Denver, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $82,083 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Denver, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  38.6% lower
  Health
  22.1% higher
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  Personal
  11.5% lower
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