Richardson, Texas vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 33.6% cheaper than Richardson, Texas.

You would need a salary of $33,214 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richardson, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Richardson, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Richardson, Texas
Richardson, TX vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Richardson, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.6% 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
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  29.9% lower
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower