Nampa, Idaho vs. Des Plaines, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Plaines, Illinois is 1.4% more expensive than Nampa, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $50,721 in Des Plaines, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Nampa, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Plaines, Illinois is more expensive than Nampa, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
181% more expensive in Des Plaines
than in Nampa, Idaho
Nampa, ID vs. Des Plaines, IL
Compared to Nampa, Des Plaines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  41.0% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher