Escondido, California vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 38.9% cheaper than Escondido, California.

You would need a salary of $30,529 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Escondido, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Escondido, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Escondido, California
Escondido, CA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Escondido, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  38.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  35.4% lower
  Health
  15.1% higher
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  Personal
  12.8% lower
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