Fresno, California vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 23.8% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $68,567 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Fresno, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  23.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.3% lower
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  10.0% higher
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  Personal
  10.0% lower
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