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DES MOINES vs. FORT WORTH
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Fort Worth, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fort Worth, Texas is
27.3%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$82,757
in Fort Worth, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Worth, Texas is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Fort Worth
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Fort Worth, TX
Compared to Des Moines, Fort Worth is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.3% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
40.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.2% higher
Commute
52.5% higher
Health
3.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
20.5% higher
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