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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Watsonville, California

The cost of living in Watsonville, California is 70.6% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $127,983 in Watsonville, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watsonville, 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
184% more expensive in Watsonville
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Watsonville, CA
Compared to West Des Moines, Watsonville is:
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  70.6% higher
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  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.9% higher
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  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  45.9% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
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  Personal
  16.0% higher
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