Des Moines, Iowa vs. Council Bluffs, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Council Bluffs, Iowa is 3.9% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $77,954 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Council Bluffs, Iowa is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Council Bluffs
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Council Bluffs, IA
Compared to Des Moines, Council Bluffs is:
  Homeowner
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  3.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  10.3% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  13.1% higher
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