Branson, Missouri vs. Des Plaines, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Plaines, Illinois is 32.5% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $66,269 in Des Plaines, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Plaines, Illinois is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Des Plaines
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Des Plaines, IL
Compared to Branson, Des Plaines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  80.4% higher
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher