Cost of Living Calculator - Battle Creek, Michigan vs South Bend, Indiana


The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 8.0% cheaper than Battle Creek, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $69,018 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is cheaper than Battle Creek, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% cheaper in South Bend
than in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI vs South Bend, IN
Compared to Battle Creek, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower

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