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WEST DES MOINES vs. PALM DESERT
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
38.9%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$69,460
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, 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
90% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
52.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.6% higher
Commute
76.4% higher
Health
14.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.5% higher
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