Des Moines, Iowa vs. Greece, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Greece, New York is 10.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $83,005 in Greece, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Greece, New York is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Greece
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Greece, NY
Compared to Des Moines, Greece is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% higher
  Commute
  17.7% higher
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% higher