salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Des Moines to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,266
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,254
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$71,108
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$194,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,496
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$141
👥 People living there
189,247
212,421
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.5 min
College degree
23.6%
29.7%
Own their home
50.7%
60.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Des Moines for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Des Moines | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $20,410 | -44% in Des Moines |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,650 | -22% in Des Moines |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $126,460 | +20% in Des Moines |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $62,840 | -19% in Des Moines |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,100 | $46,370 | +19% in Des Moines |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $75,040 | +18% in Des Moines |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $76,580 | +16% in Des Moines |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $93,660 | +13% in Des Moines |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Des Moines cheaper to live in?
Akron and Des Moines cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Des Moines to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,927 a year gives the same standard of living in Des Moines.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Des Moines?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $71,108 in Des Moines, 27% more in Des Moines.