West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 122.5% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $131,273 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, 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
263% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
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  122.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  275.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.9% higher
  Commute
  78.8% higher
  Health
  18.3% higher
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  Personal
  21.4% higher
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