Des Moines, Washington vs. New Braunfels, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Braunfels, Texas is 24.7% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,652 in New Braunfels, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Braunfels, Texas is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in New Braunfels
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. New Braunfels, TX
Compared to Des Moines, New Braunfels is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.7% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.2% higher
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  16.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower