salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,266
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$167
👥 People living there
212,421
631,818
Commute to work
19.5 min
22.5 min
College degree
29.7%
33.8%
Own their home
60.5%
60.7%
Below poverty line
15%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Louisville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Des Moines | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,410 | $30,180 | +48% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $81,810 | $63,220 | -23% in Louisville |
| Firefighter | $56,910 | $45,160 | -21% in Louisville |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,580 | $63,280 | -17% in Louisville |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,880 | $41,600 | -15% in Louisville |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,660 | $81,390 | -13% in Louisville |
| Software Developer | $126,460 | $110,270 | -13% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $98,780 | $89,140 | -10% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Des Moines and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Des Moines?
About $60,898 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Louisville?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $72,097 in Louisville, 1% more in Louisville.