West Des Moines, Iowa vs. The Villages, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in The Villages, Florida is 11.0% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,512 in The Villages, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, The Villages, Florida is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in The Villages
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. The Villages, FL
Compared to West Des Moines, The Villages is:
  Homeowner
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  11.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.8% higher
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  4.4% lower
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  Personal
  12.0% higher
Cost of Food
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