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DES MOINES vs. NEW ORLEANS
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. New Orleans, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is
29.1%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$167,827
in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Des Moines, New Orleans is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.1% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
26.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
77.4% higher
Health
0.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.4% higher
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