Des Moines, Washington vs. Russell, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Russell, Kansas is 48.8% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $25,606 in Russell, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Russell, Kansas is cheaper than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Russell
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Russell, KS
Compared to Des Moines, Russell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.8% 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
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.5% higher
  Commute
  55.0% lower
  Health
  16.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.5% lower