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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 174.5% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $439,178 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
338% more expensive in San Francisco
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, San Francisco is:
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  174.5% higher
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  17.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  492.6% higher
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  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  121.9% higher
  Health
  12.2% higher
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  Personal
  32.4% higher
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