Bedford, Indiana vs. Marion, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Illinois is 7.3% more expensive than Bedford, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $53,659 in Marion, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bedford, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Illinois is more expensive than Bedford, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
109% more expensive in Marion
than in Bedford, Indiana
Bedford, IN vs. Marion, IL
Compared to Bedford, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% higher
      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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  19.7% higher
  Health
  31.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher