Redmond, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 59.3% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $20,357 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Redmond, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.3% 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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.7% higher
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  16.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.7% lower