Des Moines, Iowa vs. Huntington Beach, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Huntington Beach, California is 129.4% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $137,611 in Huntington Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Huntington Beach, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
505% more expensive in Huntington Beach
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Huntington Beach, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Huntington Beach is:
  Homeowner
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  129.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  489.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  57.2% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
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  Personal
  17.1% higher
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