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DES MOINES vs. CEDAR FALLS
Cost of Living Comparison
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Cedar Falls, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cedar Falls, Iowa is
2.8%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$85,320
in Cedar Falls, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cedar Falls, Iowa 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 Cedar Falls
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Cedar Falls, IA
Compared to Des Moines, Cedar Falls is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.8% higher
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Food
1.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
22.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% higher
Commute
18.1% lower
Health
2.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.0% higher
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