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AUSTIN vs. DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Des Moines, Iowa

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 39.2% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $34,666 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Austin, Texas

Austin, TX vs Des Moines, IA

Compared to Austin, Des Moines is:

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39.2% lower

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0.7% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

61.8% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.6% lower

Commute

32.0% lower

Health

0.8% higher

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Personal

10.2% lower

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