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These days, finding an affordable place to live in the Des Moines area can be challenging. Home prices in Des Moines are now at a median cost of $411,335, lower than the Washington average of $453,663.
The average cost of rent is $1,580/mo in Des Moines, primarily driven by the current value of real estate in the Des Moines area. While nearly 26.89% of residents own their homes outright in Des Moines, 41.96% rent.
Housing affordability isn’t just about home prices, though. The average household income in Des Moines is $6,262 per month. Households that rent pay about 25.23% of their income on rent here. Des Moines's most expensive areas are in the northwestern regions, while the cheapest areas are in the northeastern parts of the city.
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