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

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.6% cheaper than Des Moines, Washington.

You would need a salary of $54,532 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.

Comparison highlights

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

Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Chicago
than in Des Moines, Washington

Des Moines, WA vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Des Moines, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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18.6% lower

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4.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

39.7% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

29.6% higher

Commute

3.1% lower

Health

0.2% lower

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Personal

10.2% lower

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