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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 33.4% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $90,724 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Des Moines, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  33.4% higher
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  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% higher
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  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  90.0% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
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  Personal
  24.5% higher
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