Des Moines, Iowa vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 16.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $92,808 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Des Moines, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
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  16.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.8% higher
  Commute
  66.5% higher
  Health
  17.4% lower
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  Personal
  8.2% higher
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