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SAN ANTONIO vs. DES MOINES
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San Antonio, Texas vs. Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
12.4%
cheaper
than San Antonio, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$192,772
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Des Moines
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to San Antonio, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
5.6% lower
Commute
24.8% lower
Health
7.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.3% lower
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