| | Cary, IL | West Des Moines, IA | United States |
| Overall | 101.9 | 86.6 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.1 | 99.7 | 100 |
| Health | 96.9 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 94.6 | 91.6 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $311,900 | $282,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,720.0% | 8,930.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 129.0 | 71.3 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 138.9 | 112.5 | 100 |
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