Sparks, Nevada vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 23.2% cheaper than Sparks, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $107,571 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Sparks, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Sparks, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Sparks, Nevada
Sparks, NV vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Sparks, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  23.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  7.0% higher
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  Personal
  9.2% lower
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