Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Pocatello, Idaho


The cost of living in Pocatello, Idaho is 2.9% cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,548 in Pocatello, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pocatello, Idaho is cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
40% cheaper in Pocatello
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Pocatello, ID
Compared to West Des Moines, Pocatello is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% lower
      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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher

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