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WEST DES MOINES vs. METTLER
Cost of Living Comparison
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Mettler, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mettler, California is
6.5%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$79,893
in Mettler, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mettler, California is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% more expensive in Mettler
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Mettler, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Mettler is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.4% higher
Commute
45.7% higher
Health
9.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
12.9% higher
Cost of Food
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