Des Moines, Iowa vs. Peru, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Peru, Indiana is 13.0% cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,520 in Peru, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Peru, Indiana is cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Peru
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Peru, IN
Compared to Des Moines, Peru is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% lower
      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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher

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