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DES MOINES vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 36.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $327,481 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Chicago
than in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, IA vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Des Moines, Chicago is:

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36.5% higher

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1.3% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

62.7% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

3.6% higher

Commute

85.4% higher

Health

14.1% lower

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Personal

19.0% higher

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