Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Rolla, Missouri


The cost of living in Rolla, Missouri is 1.5% cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,238 in Rolla, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rolla, Missouri is cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
57% cheaper in Rolla
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Rolla, MO
Compared to Des Moines, Rolla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  18.3% lower
  Health
  18.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher

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