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CHICAGO vs. MERRILLVILLE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Merrillville, Indiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Merrillville, Indiana is
18.2%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$60,401
in Merrillville, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrillville, Indiana is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Merrillville
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Merrillville, IN
Compared to Chicago, Merrillville is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.0% higher
Commute
32.5% lower
Health
6.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% lower
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