Norfolk, Virginia vs. Des Plaines, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Plaines, Illinois is 14.9% more expensive than Norfolk, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $56,385 in Des Plaines, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Norfolk, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Plaines, Illinois is more expensive than Norfolk, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% more expensive in Des Plaines
than in Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk, VA vs. Des Plaines, IL
Compared to Norfolk, Des Plaines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  52.8% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher