salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,266
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$185
👥 People living there
212,421
197,494
Commute to work
19.5 min
20.7 min
College degree
29.7%
33.8%
Own their home
60.5%
54.4%
Below poverty line
15%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Des Moines | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $81,810 | $48,490 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,660 | $60,120 | -36% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,410 | $26,360 | +29% in Montgomery |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,880 | $36,960 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $133,830 | $102,040 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Medical Assistant | $46,920 | $35,810 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $61,360 | $47,360 | -23% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $75,040 | $57,960 | -23% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Des Moines and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Des Moines?
About $58,679 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $61,271 in Montgomery, 16% more in Des Moines.