Green River, Wyoming vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 7.8% cheaper than Green River, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $69,165 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Green River, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Green River, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Green River, Wyoming
Green River, WY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Green River, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  30.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower