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WEST DES MOINES vs. PRIOR LAKE
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Prior Lake, Minnesota
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The cost of living in Prior Lake, Minnesota is
30.5%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$65,242
in Prior Lake, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Prior Lake, Minnesota is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Prior Lake
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Prior Lake, MN
Compared to West Des Moines, Prior Lake is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.5% higher
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Food
3.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% higher
Commute
56.4% higher
Health
26.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.7% higher
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