South Haven, Michigan vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 17.8% cheaper than South Haven, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $41,075 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in South Haven, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than South Haven, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Des Moines
than in South Haven, Michigan
South Haven, MI vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to South Haven, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.