Des Moines, Iowa vs. Chico, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chico, California is 45.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $160,038 in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chico, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Chico
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Chico, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Chico is:
  Homeowner
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  45.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  159.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.7% higher
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  18.0% higher
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  Personal
  13.4% higher
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