Des Moines, Iowa vs. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ann Arbor, Michigan is 40.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $98,463 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ann Arbor, Michigan is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
159% more expensive in Ann Arbor
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Ann Arbor, MI
Compared to Des Moines, Ann Arbor is:
  Homeowner
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  40.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  169.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.8% higher
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  21.0% lower
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  Personal
  5.8% higher
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