Newburgh, New York vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 21.0% cheaper than Newburgh, New York.

You would need a salary of $39,476 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Newburgh, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Newburgh, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Newburgh, New York
Newburgh, NY vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Newburgh, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.0% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.6% lower
  Commute
  49.3% lower
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower