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WEST DES MOINES vs. LEXINGTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Lexington, Kentucky
The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is
1.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$81,447
in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
22% more expensive in Lexington
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Lexington, KY
Compared to West Des Moines, Lexington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.8% higher
Commute
22.7% higher
Health
2.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% higher
Cost of Food
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