Westland, Michigan vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 2.5% cheaper than Westland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $48,739 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Westland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Westland, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Westland, Michigan
Westland, MI vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Westland, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  46.1% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower