West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Palmetto, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmetto, Florida is 10.3% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,174 in Palmetto, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmetto, Florida is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Palmetto
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Palmetto, FL
Compared to West Des Moines, Palmetto is:
  Homeowner
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  10.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
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      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  38.4% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher