Santa Clarita, California vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 46.6% cheaper than Santa Clarita, California.

You would need a salary of $34,148 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Santa Clarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Santa Clarita, California
Santa Clarita, CA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Santa Clarita, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  46.6% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.1% lower
  Commute
  40.1% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
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  Personal
  14.0% lower
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