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DES MOINES vs. PALM SPRINGS
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Palm Springs, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is
70.0%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$204,015
in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
252% more expensive in Palm Springs
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Palm Springs is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
70.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
194.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.1% higher
Commute
74.2% higher
Health
14.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.5% higher
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