Des Moines, Iowa vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 42.2% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $99,530 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in Olympia
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Des Moines, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  125.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% lower
  Commute
  22.0% higher
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher