West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Elk Grove, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 53.9% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $115,411 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Elk Grove
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Elk Grove, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
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  53.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  79.5% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
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  Personal
  18.1% higher
Cost of Food
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