Arlington, Texas vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 26.4% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,806 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Arlington, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% lower
      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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  9.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower