South Bend, Indiana vs. Calumet City, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Calumet City, Illinois is 20.0% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $60,000 in Calumet City, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Calumet City, Illinois is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
68% more expensive in Calumet City
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Calumet City, IL
Compared to South Bend, Calumet City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  76.0% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher