Des Moines, Iowa vs. Springfield, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Massachusetts is 17.0% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $105,324 in Springfield, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Massachusetts is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Springfield
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Springfield, MA
Compared to Des Moines, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
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  17.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.7% higher
  Commute
  25.0% higher
  Health
  10.8% lower
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  Personal
  10.3% higher
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