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WEST DES MOINES vs. FEDERAL WAY
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Federal Way, Washington
The cost of living in Federal Way, Washington is
50.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$113,164
in Federal Way, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Federal Way, Washington is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Federal Way
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Federal Way, WA
Compared to West Des Moines, Federal Way is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.8% higher
Child Care
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Food
1.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
53.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.1% lower
Commute
108.6% higher
Health
13.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
31.6% higher
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