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HARRISBURG vs. DES MOINES
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania vs. Des Moines, Iowa
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The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
10.7%
cheaper
than Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$55,385
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Harrisburg, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.7% lower
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1.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
174.3% higher
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Utilities
12.5% lower
Commute
15.4% lower
Health
6.4% lower
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Personal
13.0% lower
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