Kingston, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 17.5% cheaper than Kingston, New York.

You would need a salary of $61,851 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Kingston, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Kingston, New York
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
28% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Kingston, New York
Kingston, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Kingston, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.8% lower
  Commute
  29.6% lower
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower