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BELLEVUE vs. DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Bellevue, Washington vs Des Moines, Iowa
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
60.6%
cheaper
than Bellevue, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$29,557
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellevue, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Bellevue, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Bellevue, Washington
Bellevue, WA vs Des Moines, IA
Compared to Bellevue, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
60.6% lower
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14.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
84.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
26.2% higher
Commute
42.0% lower
Health
16.1% higher
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Personal
25.2% lower
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