Lafayette, Indiana vs. Bethalto, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethalto, Illinois is 2.8% more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,385 in Bethalto, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethalto, Illinois is more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% more expensive in Bethalto
than in Lafayette, Indiana
Lafayette, IN vs. Bethalto, IL
Compared to Lafayette, Bethalto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% higher
      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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher