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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Long Beach, California

The cost of living in Long Beach, California is 79.0% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $89,483 in Long Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Long Beach, California is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
162% more expensive in Long Beach
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Long Beach, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Long Beach is:
  Homeowner
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  79.0% higher
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  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  159.5% higher
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  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  121.5% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
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  Personal
  14.1% higher
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