Des Moines, Iowa vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 39.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $83,405 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
107% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Des Moines, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
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  39.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.6% higher
  Commute
  64.3% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
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  Personal
  10.6% higher
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