Bakersfield, California vs. Merrillville, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merrillville, Indiana is 15.0% cheaper than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $42,505 in Merrillville, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrillville, Indiana is cheaper than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Merrillville
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Merrillville, IN
Compared to Bakersfield, Merrillville is:
  Homeowner
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  15.0% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  9.7% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
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  Personal
  1.3% higher
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