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FORT COLLINS vs. DES MOINES
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Fort Collins, Colorado vs. Des Moines, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Washington is
13.1%
more expensive
than Fort Collins, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$56,555
in Des Moines, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Washington is
more expensive
than Fort Collins, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins, CO vs. Des Moines, WA
Compared to Fort Collins, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.6% lower
Commute
63.6% higher
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.5% higher
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