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DES MOINES vs. LOS ANGELES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Los Angeles, California
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
123.9%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$237,326
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
419% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
123.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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8.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
389.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.6% higher
Commute
121.3% higher
Health
12.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% higher
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