Tacoma, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 33.3% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $38,016 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Tacoma, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  33.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  32.2% higher
  Commute
  37.4% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
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  Personal
  22.3% lower
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