Des Moines, Iowa vs. Appomattox, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Appomattox, Virginia is 5.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,478 in Appomattox, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Appomattox, Virginia is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Appomattox
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Appomattox, VA
Compared to Des Moines, Appomattox is:
  Homeowner
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  5.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% higher