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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Plaines, Illinois vs San Carlos, California

The cost of living in San Carlos, California is 203.1% more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $227,346 in San Carlos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Carlos, California is more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
686% more expensive in San Carlos
than in Des Plaines, Illinois
Des Plaines, IL vs San Carlos, CA
Compared to Des Plaines, San Carlos is:
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  203.1% higher
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  23.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  641.7% higher
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  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  14.5% higher
  Health
  33.4% higher
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  Personal
  11.9% higher
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