West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Capitola, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Capitola, California is 109.9% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $157,424 in Capitola, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Capitola, California is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
323% more expensive in Capitola
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Capitola, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Capitola is:
  Homeowner
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  109.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  281.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  57.8% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
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  Personal
  15.1% higher
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