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RICHMOND vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs West Des Moines, Iowa

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 7.5% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $74,021 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, VA vs West Des Moines, IA

Compared to Richmond, West Des Moines is:

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7.5% lower

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1.7% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

8.5% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.7% lower

Commute

14.6% lower

Health

3.2% higher

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Personal

13.7% lower

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