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
      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
  17.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.6% lower
  Commute
  55.7% lower
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  39.1% lower