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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Minneapolis, Minnesota

The cost of living in Minneapolis, Minnesota is 18.1% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $200,787 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minneapolis, Minnesota is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Minneapolis
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Minneapolis, MN
Compared to West Des Moines, Minneapolis is:
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  18.1% higher
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  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% higher
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  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  52.2% higher
  Health
  26.0% lower
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  Personal
  18.9% higher
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