Des Moines, Iowa vs. Burlington, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Massachusetts is 88.1% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $169,250 in Burlington, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Massachusetts is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
327% more expensive in Burlington
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Burlington, MA
Compared to Des Moines, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
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  88.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  307.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.1% higher
  Commute
  33.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
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  Personal
  39.5% higher
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