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SAN DIEGO vs. DES MOINES
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San Diego, California vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
50.9%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$56,425
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Des Moines
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to San Diego, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
78.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.8% lower
Commute
37.9% lower
Health
15.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.6% lower
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