King George, Virginia vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 13.8% cheaper than King George, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $64,670 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in King George, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than King George, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in King George, Virginia
King George, VA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to King George, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% lower
      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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  16.1% lower
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower