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WEST DES MOINES vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Des Moines, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
20.8%
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$196,914
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Chicago
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to West Des Moines, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
1.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.9% higher
Commute
94.2% higher
Health
14.1% lower
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Personal
17.9% higher
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