Des Moines, Iowa vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 8.6% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,048 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Independence
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% higher