Des Moines, Iowa vs. Kenmore, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenmore, Washington is 116.3% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $162,198 in Kenmore, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenmore, Washington is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
425% more expensive in Kenmore
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Kenmore, WA
Compared to Des Moines, Kenmore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  116.3% 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
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  368.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.1% lower
  Commute
  96.3% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  34.3% higher