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DES MOINES vs. GARDEN CITY
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Garden City, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Garden City, South Carolina is
8.0%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$70,203
in Garden City, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Garden City, South Carolina is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
17% more expensive in Garden City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Garden City, SC
Compared to Des Moines, Garden City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.7% higher
Commute
17.8% higher
Health
4.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.6% higher
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