Des Moines, Iowa vs. Carson City, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carson City, Nevada is 40.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $70,330 in Carson City, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson City, Nevada is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Carson City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Carson City, NV
Compared to Des Moines, Carson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.7% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  12.0% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher