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WEST DES MOINES vs. VANCOUVER
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Vancouver, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Vancouver, Washington is
32.7%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$119,460
in Vancouver, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Vancouver, 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
67% more expensive in Vancouver
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Vancouver, WA
Compared to West Des Moines, Vancouver is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
36.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.6% lower
Commute
75.2% higher
Health
11.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.4% higher
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