Des Moines, Iowa vs. Waterloo, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waterloo, Iowa is 8.5% cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,743 in Waterloo, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterloo, Iowa is cheaper than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Waterloo
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Waterloo, IA
Compared to Des Moines, Waterloo is:
  Homeowner
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  8.5% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
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  Personal
  6.2% higher
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