Munster, Indiana vs. Palos Heights, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palos Heights, Illinois is 9.5% more expensive than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $54,755 in Palos Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palos Heights, Illinois is more expensive than Munster, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
71% more expensive in Palos Heights
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs. Palos_Heights, IL
Compared to Munster, Palos_Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  40.1% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher