West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 2.8% cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $77,750 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Columbus
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to West Des Moines, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
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  2.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  26.4% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.8% higher
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