Carmel, Indiana vs. Buffalo Grove, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo Grove, Illinois is 8.8% cheaper than Carmel, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $142,239 in Buffalo Grove, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmel, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo Grove, Illinois is cheaper than Carmel, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Buffalo Grove
than in Carmel, Indiana
Carmel, IN vs. Buffalo Grove, IL
Compared to Carmel, Buffalo Grove is:
  Homeowner
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  8.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.6% higher
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