West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Rancho San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho San Diego, California is 68.5% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,402 in Rancho San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho San Diego, 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
167% more expensive in Rancho San Diego
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Rancho San Diego, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Rancho San Diego is:
  Homeowner
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  68.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.8% higher
  Commute
  76.0% higher
  Health
  13.1% lower
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  Personal
  14.7% higher
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