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Cost of Living Calculator - Minneapolis, Minnesota vs West Des Moines, Iowa

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 15.3% cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $190,493 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Minneapolis, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  15.3% lower
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  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
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  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  35.1% higher
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  Personal
  15.9% lower
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