Richland, Iowa vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 22.5% more expensive than Richland, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,226 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Richland, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Richland, Iowa
Richland, IA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Richland, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.5% higher
      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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  161.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  2.6% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower