Brownsville, Texas vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 21.1% more expensive than Brownsville, Texas.

You would need a salary of $60,559 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Brownsville, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Brownsville, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Brownsville, Texas
Brownsville, TX vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Brownsville, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  21.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  164.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  16.7% lower
  Health
  2.4% higher
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  Personal
  18.5% higher
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