West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.4% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $177,214 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
66% more expensive in Houston
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to West Des Moines, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  7.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  66.9% higher
  Health
  7.1% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.3% higher
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