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DES MOINES vs. BLUE SPRINGS
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Blue Springs, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Blue Springs, Missouri is
19.9%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$101,957
in Blue Springs, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blue Springs, Missouri is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Blue Springs
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Blue Springs, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Blue Springs is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
34.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.7% higher
Commute
24.9% higher
Health
0.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.1% higher
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