Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 44.7% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $49,810 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Scottsdale, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  44.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  31.6% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
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  Personal
  10.2% lower
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