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DES MOINES vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. San Francisco, Minnesota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, Minnesota is
49.7%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$74,841
in San Francisco, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, Minnesota is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
223% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. San Francisco, MN
Compared to Des Moines, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
181.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% higher
Commute
44.0% higher
Health
28.1% lower
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Personal
24.4% higher
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