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WEST DES MOINES vs. AUSTIN
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Austin, Texas
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
45.6%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$125,907
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Austin
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Austin, TX
Compared to West Des Moines, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.6% higher
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Food
3.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.0% higher
Commute
54.1% higher
Health
0.8% lower
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Personal
10.3% higher
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