Clifton, New Jersey vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 37.5% cheaper than Clifton, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $51,633 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Clifton, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Clifton, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Clifton, New Jersey
Clifton, NJ vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Clifton, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  37.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.1% lower
  Commute
  46.6% lower
  Health
  1.2% higher
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  Personal
  16.9% lower
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