South Bend, Indiana vs. Grinnell, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grinnell, Iowa is 5.6% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $79,200 in Grinnell, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grinnell, Iowa is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Grinnell
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Grinnell, IA
Compared to South Bend, Grinnell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  102.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  28.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher