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WEST DES MOINES vs. SANTA CRUZ
Cost of Living Comparison
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
128.9%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$171,682
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, 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
350% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
128.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
291.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.7% higher
Commute
55.0% higher
Health
6.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.8% higher
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