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DES MOINES vs. LAKEWOOD
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Des Moines, Washington vs. Lakewood, Colorado
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lakewood, Colorado is
1.6%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$49,205
in Lakewood, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Colorado is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Lakewood
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Lakewood, CO
Compared to Des Moines, Lakewood is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.1% higher
Commute
18.1% lower
Health
5.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% lower
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