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DES MOINES vs. NEWARK
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Newark, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is
56.0%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$140,432
in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Newark
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Des Moines, Newark is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
88.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.3% higher
Commute
109.0% higher
Health
3.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
28.3% higher
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