West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 22.3% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,136 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, 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
46% more expensive in Phoenix
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to West Des Moines, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
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  22.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.0% higher
  Commute
  65.4% higher
  Health
  9.7% lower
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  Personal
  10.0% higher
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