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LACEY vs. DES MOINES
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Lacey, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
28.6%
cheaper
than Lacey, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$62,846
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lacey, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Lacey, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Lacey, Washington
Lacey, WA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Lacey, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.6% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
20.3% higher
Commute
25.6% lower
Health
17.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.3% lower
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