West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Surf City, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surf City, North Carolina is 34.4% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $100,816 in Surf City, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surf City, North Carolina is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Surf City
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Surf City, NC
Compared to West Des Moines, Surf City is:
  Homeowner
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  34.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  37.9% higher
  Health
  16.0% higher
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  Personal
  6.0% higher
Cost of Food
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