Rio Oso, California vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 41.1% cheaper than Rio Oso, California.

You would need a salary of $29,432 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Oso, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Rio Oso, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Rio Oso, California
Rio Oso, CA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Rio Oso, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.1% 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
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% lower