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
$1,458
$1,266
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,254
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$71,108
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$194,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
91.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$3,496
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$141
👥 People living there
201,528
212,421
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.5 min
College degree
24.7%
29.7%
Own their home
50.8%
60.5%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Des Moines | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $81,810 | +40% in Des Moines |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $75,040 | +37% in Des Moines |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,640 | +28% in Des Moines |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $60,720 | +27% in Des Moines |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,640 | $46,370 | +27% in Des Moines |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $76,580 | +26% in Des Moines |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,570 | $48,880 | +24% in Des Moines |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $46,920 | +22% in Des Moines |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Des Moines cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $59,868 a year gives the same standard of living in Des Moines.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Des Moines?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $71,108 in Des Moines, 16% more in Des Moines.