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WEST DES MOINES vs. ST. PAUL
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs St. Paul, Minnesota

The cost of living in St. Paul, Minnesota is 10.9% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $75,420 in St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, St. Paul, Minnesota is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
53% more expensive in St. Paul
than in West Des Moines, Iowa

West Des Moines, IA vs St. Paul, MN

Compared to West Des Moines, St. Paul is:

Homeowner

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10.9% higher

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0.5% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

5.9% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.2% higher

Commute

53.7% higher

Health

25.7% lower

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Personal

19.2% higher

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