Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Zion, Illinois


The cost of living in Zion, Illinois is 7.2% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $80,453 in Zion, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Zion, Illinois is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% more expensive in Zion
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs Zion, IL
Compared to Des Moines, Zion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  22.6% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.9% higher

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