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DALLAS vs. DES MOINES
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Dallas, Texas vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
22.1%
cheaper
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$187,006
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Dallas, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.4% lower
Commute
36.2% lower
Health
4.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.3% lower
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