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WEST DES MOINES vs. ARLINGTON
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
81.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$112,702
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
165% more expensive in Arlington
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to West Des Moines, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
81.8% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
193.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.1% higher
Commute
71.8% higher
Health
1.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
28.5% higher
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