Goshen, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 30.1% cheaper than Goshen, New York.

You would need a salary of $34,972 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Goshen, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Goshen, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Goshen, New York
Goshen, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Goshen, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.0% lower
  Commute
  54.2% lower
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower