West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 88.8% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $141,564 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
191% more expensive in Seattle
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to West Des Moines, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  88.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  207.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.0% lower
  Commute
  92.8% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  32.0% higher
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