West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Santa Ana, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is 62.9% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $81,440 in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, 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
147% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Santa Ana is:
  Homeowner
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  62.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  139.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.6% higher
  Commute
  57.8% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
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  Personal
  15.3% higher
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