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DES MOINES vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
210.0%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$266,633
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
604% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Des Moines, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
210.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
21.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
879.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% higher
Commute
111.8% higher
Health
12.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
33.6% higher
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