Des Moines, Iowa vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 7.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,748 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Bowling Green
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Des Moines, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
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  7.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  12.8% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.2% higher
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