Des Moines, Iowa vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 83.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $312,351 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
285% more expensive in Renton
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Des Moines, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  83.7% 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
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  225.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  91.3% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.5% higher