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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Alexandria, Virginia

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 57.8% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $213,054 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Alexandria
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Alexandria, VA
Compared to West Des Moines, Alexandria is:
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  57.8% higher
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  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.1% higher
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  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  80.6% higher
  Health
  0.7% lower
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  Personal
  21.0% higher
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