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VAIL vs. DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Vail, Colorado vs Des Moines, Iowa
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
57.8%
cheaper
than Vail, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$21,088
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Vail, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Vail, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Vail, Colorado
Vail, CO vs Des Moines, IA
Compared to Vail, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
57.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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12.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
84.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
9.9% lower
Health
24.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
17.6% lower
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