Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Omaha, Nebraska


The cost of living in Omaha, Nebraska is 1.0% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $131,316 in Omaha, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Omaha, Nebraska is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% more expensive in Omaha
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Omaha, NE
Compared to West Des Moines, Omaha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower

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