Des Moines, Washington vs. Prescott, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Prescott, Arizona is 7.5% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $46,250 in Prescott, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Prescott, Arizona is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% cheaper in Prescott
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Prescott, AZ
Compared to Des Moines, Prescott is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.9% higher
  Commute
  42.0% lower
  Health
  46.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.0% lower

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