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DES MOINES vs. SARASOTA
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Sarasota, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is
30.7%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$253,654
in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Sarasota
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Des Moines, Sarasota is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
87.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
21.7% higher
Health
0.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.0% higher
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