West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Port Townsend, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port Townsend, Washington is 23.2% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $128,099 in Port Townsend, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Townsend, Washington is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
105% more expensive in Port Townsend
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Port Townsend, WA
Compared to West Des Moines, Port Townsend is:
  Homeowner
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  23.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.0% lower
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
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  Personal
  11.6% higher
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