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

The cost of living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is 16.8% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $233,545 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
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• Overall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Pittsburgh
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Pittsburgh, PA
Compared to Des Moines, Pittsburgh is:
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  16.8% higher
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  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% higher
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  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  41.2% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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