Austin, Texas vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 42.7% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $28,671 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Austin, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.7% lower
      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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  28.4% lower
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower