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WEST DES MOINES vs. GAINESVILLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Gainesville, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Gainesville, Florida is
1.2%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$50,619
in Gainesville, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gainesville, Florida is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
18% more expensive in Gainesville
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Gainesville, FL
Compared to West Des Moines, Gainesville is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.0% higher
Commute
14.3% higher
Health
5.1% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
6.0% higher
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