Keene, Texas vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 5.2% cheaper than Keene, Texas.

You would need a salary of $47,388 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Keene, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Keene, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Keene, Texas
Keene, TX vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Keene, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  34.2% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower