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WEST DES MOINES vs. LAKEWOOD
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Lakewood, Colorado
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lakewood, Colorado is
46.1%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$73,060
in Lakewood, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Colorado is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Lakewood
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Lakewood, CO
Compared to West Des Moines, Lakewood is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
75.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.7% higher
Commute
64.2% higher
Health
18.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
19.5% higher
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