salaryDes Moines is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,266
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$108
👥 People living there
212,421
195,240
Commute to work
19.5 min
28.4 min
College degree
29.7%
49%
Own their home
60.5%
55.4%
Below poverty line
15%
7.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Des Moines is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,266 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Des Moines?
About $72,444 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 45% more in Huntington Beach.
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