Olympia, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 29.7% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $77,364 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Olympia, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  29.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.4% higher
  Commute
  18.0% lower
  Health
  17.6% higher
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  Personal
  10.6% lower
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