Chicago, Illinois vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 30.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $34,544 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Chicago, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  43.2% lower
  Health
  2.7% higher
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  Personal
  9.8% lower
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