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DES MOINES vs. TUCSON
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Tucson, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is
21.6%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$243,175
in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Tucson
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Des Moines, Tucson is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.6% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
32.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.9% higher
Commute
29.3% higher
Health
16.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
14.2% higher
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