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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Worcester, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Worcester, Massachusetts is 33.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $100,159 in Worcester, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Worcester, Massachusetts is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
107% more expensive in Worcester
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Worcester, MA
Compared to Des Moines, Worcester is:
  Homeowner
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  33.5% higher
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  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% higher
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  Utilities
  19.9% higher
  Commute
  27.7% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
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  Personal
  17.6% higher
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