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WASHINGTON vs. DES MOINES
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
47.7%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$41,806
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Washington, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
47.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.5% lower
Commute
44.8% lower
Health
7.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% lower
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