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VIRGINIA BEACH vs. DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Virginia Beach, Virginia vs Des Moines, Iowa
The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is
23.8%
cheaper
than Virginia Beach, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$57,145
in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs Des Moines, IA
Compared to Virginia Beach, Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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4.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
47.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
7.7% lower
Commute
23.8% lower
Health
2.7% lower
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Personal
11.7% lower
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