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LAWRENCE vs. DES MOINES
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Lawrence, Kansas vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
15.6%
cheaper
than Lawrence, Kansas.
You would need a salary of
$32,932
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Lawrence, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
33.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.3% lower
Commute
14.0% lower
Health
3.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.2% lower
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