Des Moines, Iowa vs. Westlake Village, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westlake Village, California is 171.7% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $339,581 in Westlake Village, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westlake Village, California is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
631% more expensive in Westlake Village
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Westlake Village, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Westlake Village is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  171.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  17.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  643.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  109.2% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.7% higher

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