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DES MOINES vs. PALM DESERT
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Washington vs Palm Desert, California
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
6.4%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$70,170
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Palm Desert
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Des Moines, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
6.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
54.2% higher
Commute
12.0% lower
Health
1.0% lower
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Personal
12.1% lower
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