Spirit Lake, Iowa vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 3.7% more expensive than Spirit Lake, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,867 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Spirit Lake, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Spirit Lake, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Spirit Lake, Iowa
Spirit Lake, IA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Spirit Lake, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  3.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
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  Personal
  15.1% lower
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