Newell, Iowa vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 3.7% more expensive than Newell, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,029 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Newell, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Newell, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Newell, Iowa
Newell, IA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Newell, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% higher
      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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower