Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Des Plaines, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Plaines, Illinois is 24.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $62,132 in Des Plaines, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Plaines, Illinois is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Des Plaines
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Des Plaines, IL
Compared to Indianapolis, Des Plaines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  38.7% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher