Lexington, Kentucky vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 1.8% cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $88,409 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Lexington, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  1.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  18.5% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.4% lower
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