West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Port Arthur, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port Arthur, Texas is 18.7% cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $40,664 in Port Arthur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Arthur, Texas is cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Port Arthur
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Port Arthur, TX
Compared to West Des Moines, Port Arthur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
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