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WEST DES MOINES vs. SEATTLE
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
88.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$232,661
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, 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
191% more expensive in Seattle
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to West Des Moines, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
88.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
207.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.0% lower
Commute
92.8% higher
Health
13.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
32.0% higher
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