South Bend, Indiana vs. Oberlin, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oberlin, Ohio is 2.8% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,400 in Oberlin, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oberlin, Ohio is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Oberlin
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Oberlin, OH
Compared to South Bend, Oberlin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  21.8% lower
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher