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

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 81.8% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $90,889 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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• Overall, Arlington, 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
165% more expensive in Arlington
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Arlington, VA
Compared to West Des Moines, Arlington is:
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  81.8% higher
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  15.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.0% higher
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  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  71.8% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
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  Personal
  28.5% higher
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