Aurora, Colorado vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 25.2% cheaper than Aurora, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $41,123 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Aurora, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Aurora, Colorado
Aurora, CO vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Aurora, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  25.2% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  41.4% lower
  Health
  20.0% higher
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  Personal
  14.0% lower
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