West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Laramie, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laramie, Wyoming is 4.4% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,852 in Laramie, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laramie, Wyoming is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Laramie
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Laramie, WY
Compared to West Des Moines, Laramie is:
  Homeowner
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  4.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  41.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.4% higher
Cost of Food
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