Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Douglas, Wyoming


The cost of living in Douglas, Wyoming is 9.6% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $82,171 in Douglas, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Douglas, Wyoming is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
44% more expensive in Douglas
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Douglas, WY
Compared to West Des Moines, Douglas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  44.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% higher

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