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SANTA BARBARA vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Santa Barbara, California vs. West Des Moines, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
59.2%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$20,399
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Santa Barbara, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
12.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% lower
Commute
26.5% lower
Health
9.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
11.2% lower
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