West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Irving, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irving, Texas is 14.7% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $86,052 in Irving, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irving, Texas is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Irving
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Irving, TX
Compared to West Des Moines, Irving is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  56.0% higher
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher