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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 $63,788 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:

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20.8% higher

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2.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

1.5% lower

Housing (Rent)

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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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