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WHEAT RIDGE vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Wheat Ridge, Colorado vs. West Des Moines, Iowa
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The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is
33.4%
cheaper
than Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$49,982
in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is
cheaper
than Wheat Ridge, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Wheat Ridge, CO vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Wheat Ridge, West Des Moines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
36.6% lower
Health
22.5% higher
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Personal
16.6% lower
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