Bangor, Maine vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 5.8% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $52,917 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Bangor, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% higher
      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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower