Pullman, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 18.7% cheaper than Pullman, Washington.

You would need a salary of $40,651 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Pullman, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Pullman, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Pullman, Washington
Pullman, WA vs. Des_Moines, IA
Compared to Pullman, Des_Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% lower
      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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  19.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower