West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Fort Collins, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Collins, Colorado is 31.3% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $131,271 in Fort Collins, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Collins, Colorado is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Fort Collins
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Fort Collins, CO
Compared to West Des Moines, Fort Collins is:
  Homeowner
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  31.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  22.6% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
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  Personal
  13.7% higher
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