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ALEXANDRIA vs. DES MOINES
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
43.9%
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$78,532
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Alexandria, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% lower
Commute
42.0% lower
Health
0.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.1% lower
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