Des Moines, Washington vs. Boerne, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boerne, Texas is 9.4% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $67,955 in Boerne, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boerne, Texas is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Boerne
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Boerne, TX
Compared to Des Moines, Boerne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% lower
      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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.6% higher
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower