Des Moines, Iowa vs. San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 103.8% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $203,812 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
374% more expensive in San Diego
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Des Moines, San Diego is:
  Homeowner
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  103.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  358.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  60.9% higher
  Health
  13.1% lower
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  Personal
  17.1% higher
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