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DES MOINES vs. QUEENS
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Queens, New York
The cost of living in Queens, New York is
113.9%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$269,451
in Queens, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Queens, New York is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
325% more expensive in Queens
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Queens, NY
Compared to Des Moines, Queens is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
113.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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21.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
328.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
66.9% higher
Commute
152.3% higher
Health
23.7% higher
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Personal
34.6% higher
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