Des Plaines, IL vs Morton Grove, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Des Plaines is 21.2% cheaper than Morton Grove. With a cost index of 105 vs 134, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Des Plaines to Morton Grove should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Des Plaines is $1,435/month compared to $2,210/month in Morton Grove — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Des Plaines is more affordable at $318,200 median vs $377,000.

Median household income in Des Plaines is $94,303 compared to $106,078 in Morton Grove (-11.1%). The higher salaries in Morton Grove partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Des Plaines spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 25% in Morton Grove.