Humeston, Iowa vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 10.8% more expensive than Humeston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $99,761 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Humeston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Humeston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Humeston, Iowa
Humeston, IA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Humeston, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% higher
      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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower