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Cost of Living Calculator - Poway, California vs Des Moines, Iowa

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 55.0% cheaper than Poway, California.

You would need a salary of $22,499 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Poway, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Poway, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Poway, California
Poway, CA vs Des Moines, IA
Compared to Poway, Des Moines is:
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  55.0% lower
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  13.9% lower
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  80.9% lower
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  22.1% lower
  Commute
  38.5% lower
  Health
  15.1% higher
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  Personal
  13.8% lower
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