Des Moines, Iowa vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 37.6% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $68,806 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado 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 Colorado Springs
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Des Moines, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.6% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  27.3% higher
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher