South Hill, Washington vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 37.5% cheaper than South Hill, Washington.

You would need a salary of $46,845 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in South Hill, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than South Hill, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Des Moines
than in South Hill, Washington
South Hill, WA vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to South Hill, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.7% higher
  Commute
  42.9% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.8% lower