Decatur, Illinois vs. West Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 29.8% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $64,891 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
238% more expensive in West Des Moines
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. West Des Moines, IA
Compared to Decatur, West Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  29.8% higher
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  272.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  7.7% lower
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  Personal
  0.9% lower
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