Chicago, Illinois vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 15.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,086 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in West Lafayette
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Chicago, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  49.1% lower
  Health
  4.5% higher
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  Personal
  14.5% lower
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