West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.8% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $65,343 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
96% more expensive in Chicago
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to West Lafayette, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  18.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  96.5% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  17.0% higher
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