Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Washington vs Fresno, California


The cost of living in Fresno, California is 21.7% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $58,694 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Fresno
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs Fresno, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% lower
      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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  57.0% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower

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