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WEST DES MOINES vs. SAN JOSE
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs San Jose, California
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
141.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$386,952
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, 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
319% more expensive in San Jose
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
141.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
331.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.4% higher
Commute
111.8% higher
Health
5.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.2% higher
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