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SAN JOSE vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Jose, California vs West Des Moines, Iowa
The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
58.7%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$43,416
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs West Des Moines, IA
Compared to San Jose, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
58.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
76.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.7% lower
Commute
52.8% lower
Health
4.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.2% lower
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