West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Lakewood, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakewood, Colorado is 46.1% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $83,288 in Lakewood, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, 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
98% more expensive in Lakewood
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Lakewood, CO
Compared to West Des Moines, Lakewood is:
  Homeowner
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  46.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  64.2% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
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  Personal
  19.5% higher
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