Joliet, Illinois vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 6.4% cheaper than Joliet, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $84,221 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Joliet, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Joliet, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Joliet, Illinois
Joliet, IL vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Joliet, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
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  6.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
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  Personal
  1.2% lower
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