Richmond, Indiana vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 18.7% more expensive than Richmond, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $62,913 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Richmond, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Des Moines
than in Richmond, Indiana
Richmond, IN vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Richmond, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% higher
      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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  22.9% higher
  Health
  6.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher

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