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SIOUX CITY vs. WEST DES MOINES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Sioux City, Iowa vs. West Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
18.9%
more expensive
than Sioux City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$475,401
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
more expensive
than Sioux City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City, IA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Sioux City, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.9% higher
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Food
6.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
102.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.3% lower
Commute
5.3% higher
Health
1.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% lower
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