Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Bristol, Connecticut


The cost of living in Bristol, Connecticut is 29.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $97,300 in Bristol, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bristol, Connecticut is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Bristol
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Bristol, CT
Compared to Des Moines, Bristol is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.8% higher
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.3% higher

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