Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Bakersfield, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is 2.6% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $92,321 in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Bakersfield
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Valparaiso, Bakersfield is:
  Homeowner
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  2.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  7.1% lower
  Health
  1.2% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% higher
Cost of Food
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