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DES MOINES vs. ASHEVILLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Asheville, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is
34.3%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$104,760
in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Asheville
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Des Moines, Asheville is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.3% higher
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Food
7.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
103.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% higher
Commute
10.8% higher
Health
20.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.9% higher
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