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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs San Francisco, Minnesota

The cost of living in San Francisco, Minnesota is 49.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $112,266 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:
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  49.7% higher
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  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  181.9% higher
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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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