Farmington, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 0.9% cheaper than Farmington, New York.

You would need a salary of $89,197 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Farmington, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Farmington, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Farmington, New York
Farmington, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Farmington, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower