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MANHATTAN vs. WEST DES MOINES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Manhattan, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
59.8%
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York.
You would need a salary of
$30,115
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Manhattan, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
17.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.6% lower
Commute
55.7% lower
Health
18.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
39.1% lower
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