Columbus, Indiana vs. Muncie, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Muncie, Indiana is 14.1% cheaper than Columbus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $85,938 in Muncie, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Muncie, Indiana is cheaper than Columbus, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Muncie
than in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, IN vs. Muncie, IN
Compared to Columbus, Muncie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% lower
      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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower