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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 $167,916 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:

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123.9% higher

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8.4% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

389.7% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

4.6% higher

Commute

121.3% higher

Health

12.1% lower

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Personal

15.9% higher

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