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DES MOINES vs. SAN DIEGO
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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
$468,706
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
103.8% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
358.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.7% higher
Commute
60.9% higher
Health
13.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.1% higher
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