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EUGENE vs. DES MOINES
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Eugene, Oregon vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
26.7%
cheaper
than Eugene, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$73,346
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Eugene, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Eugene, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Eugene, Oregon
Eugene, OR vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Eugene, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
55.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.2% higher
Commute
15.6% lower
Health
6.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% lower
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