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WEST DES MOINES vs. MESA
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Mesa, Arizona
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
21.9%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$68,283
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Mesa
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Mesa, AZ
Compared to West Des Moines, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
8.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.1% higher
Commute
59.9% higher
Health
9.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% higher
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