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DES MOINES vs. JEFFERSON CITY
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Jefferson City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Jefferson City, Missouri is
6.0%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$52,986
in Jefferson City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jefferson City, Missouri is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Jefferson City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Jefferson City, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Jefferson City is:
Homeowner
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6.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
10.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% higher
Commute
9.1% lower
Health
22.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.5% higher
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