Madison, Wisconsin vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 12.3% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $61,371 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. West_Des_Moines, IA
Compared to Madison, West_Des_Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  12.3% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  16.9% lower
  Health
  10.2% higher
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  Personal
  13.0% lower
Cost of Food
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