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DES MOINES vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
13.7%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$43,215
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Grand Rapids
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Des Moines, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.7% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
17.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.5% higher
Commute
27.3% higher
Health
20.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.4% higher
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