Des Moines, Washington vs. Racine, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Racine, Wisconsin is 39.1% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $47,223 in Racine, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Racine, Wisconsin is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Racine
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Racine, WI
Compared to Des Moines, Racine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.1% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.8% higher
  Commute
  40.1% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.0% lower