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WEST DES MOINES vs. DES PLAINES
Cost of Living Comparison
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West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Des Plaines, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Des Plaines, Illinois is
18.7%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$77,137
in Des Plaines, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Plaines, Illinois is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
76% more expensive in Des Plaines
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Des Plaines, IL
Compared to West Des Moines, Des Plaines is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% higher
Commute
76.6% higher
Health
14.1% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
17.9% higher
Cost of Food
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