Des Moines, Iowa vs. South Lake Tahoe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe, California is 79.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $134,276 in South Lake Tahoe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Lake Tahoe, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
274% more expensive in South Lake Tahoe
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. South Lake Tahoe, CA
Compared to Des Moines, South Lake Tahoe is:
  Homeowner
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  79.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  217.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.8% higher
  Commute
  37.3% higher
  Health
  26.0% higher
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  Personal
  18.4% higher
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