Stockton, California vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 23.1% cheaper than Stockton, California.

You would need a salary of $38,452 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Stockton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Stockton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Stockton, California
Stockton, CA vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Stockton, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  23.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.0% lower
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
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  Personal
  12.1% lower
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