Des Moines, Iowa vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 140.8% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $281,722 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
498% more expensive in Novato
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Novato is:
  Homeowner
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  140.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  487.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  66.5% higher
  Health
  7.5% higher
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  Personal
  40.5% higher
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