Lafayette, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 35.3% more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $78,453 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lafayette, Indiana
Lafayette, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lafayette, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  92.9% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  15.1% higher
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