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DES MOINES vs. BIG LAKE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Big Lake, Minnesota
The cost of living in Big Lake, Minnesota is
33.4%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$100,064
in Big Lake, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Big Lake, Minnesota is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Big Lake
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Big Lake, MN
Compared to Des Moines, Big Lake is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.4% higher
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4.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
74.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.8% higher
Commute
62.1% higher
Health
26.5% lower
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Personal
19.2% higher
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