Carbondale, Illinois vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 15.7% more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,985 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Carbondale, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
163% more expensive in West Lafayette
than in Carbondale, Illinois
Carbondale, IL vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Carbondale, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  15.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  0.4% higher
  Health
  28.7% lower
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  Personal
  6.1% lower
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