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AURORA vs. DES MOINES
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Aurora, Colorado vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
33.8%
cheaper
than Aurora, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$61,557
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Aurora, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Aurora, Colorado
Aurora, CO vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Aurora, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% lower
Commute
38.6% lower
Health
20.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% lower
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