West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 98.5% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $99,269 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, 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
190% more expensive in Oakland
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  98.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  214.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  76.4% higher
  Health
  14.1% higher
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  Personal
  22.6% higher
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