Des Moines, Iowa vs. College Station, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in College Station, Texas is 12.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,226 in College Station, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, College Station, Texas is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in College Station
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. College Station, TX
Compared to Des Moines, College Station is:
  Homeowner
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  12.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  1.7% lower
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  Personal
  1.7% lower
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