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WEST DES MOINES vs. NEW YORK
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs New York, New York
The cost of living in New York, New York is
89.7%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$568,910
in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
139% more expensive in New York
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs New York, NY
Compared to West Des Moines, New York is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
89.7% higher
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Renter
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Food
17.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
192.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
68.5% higher
Commute
154.0% higher
Health
24.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
33.2% higher
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