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MESA vs. DES MOINES
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Mesa, Arizona vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
27.4%
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$43,561
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Mesa, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
10.5% lower
Commute
34.5% lower
Health
10.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.1% lower
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