West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 38.6% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $124,724 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, 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
50% more expensive in Evanston
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to West Des Moines, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
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  38.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  80.2% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
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  Personal
  19.5% higher
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