Palmdale, California vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 32.4% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $135,209 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Palmdale, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  32.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.4% lower
  Commute
  60.3% lower
  Health
  15.2% higher
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  Personal
  13.2% lower
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