West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 128.9% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $434,927 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, 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
350% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  128.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  291.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  55.0% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
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  Personal
  14.8% higher
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