Austin, Texas vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 31.3% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $103,053 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Austin, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  31.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
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  Personal
  9.4% lower
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