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Brea, California vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 53.3% cheaper than Brea, California.

You would need a salary of $23,325 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Brea, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Brea, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Brea, California
Brea, CA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Brea, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  53.3% lower
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  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.1% lower
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  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  40.5% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
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  Personal
  13.8% lower
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