Cost of Living in Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA

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11%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
26%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Fairmont Park Des Moines Iowa
Cost of living899189
Groceries969697
Health care949496
Housing748374
Transportation969697
Utilities929295
Lifestyle & Entertainment989895
Household Items999997
Education & Childcare919194
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fairmont Park is 1% lower than the Des Moines average
  • The cost of living in Fairmont Park is 11% lower than the national average
  • Fairmont Park housing is 26% lower than the national average
  • Iowa general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Iowa state income tax is 69% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$86,094$7,175$2,009$2,583

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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