Auburn, New York vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 1.9% cheaper than Auburn, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,065 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Auburn, New York
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
12% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Auburn, New York
Auburn, NY vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Auburn, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  4.5% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower