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Cost of Living Calculator - Olympia, Washington vs Des Moines, Washington

The cost of living in Des Moines, Washington is 18.0% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $88,472 in Des Moines, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
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• Overall, Des Moines, Washington is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs Des Moines, WA
Compared to Olympia, Des Moines is:
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  18.0% higher
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  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.4% higher
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  57.0% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
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  Personal
  18.4% higher
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