Carmel, Indiana vs. Oswego, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oswego, Illinois is 7.6% cheaper than Carmel, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $46,201 in Oswego, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmel, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oswego, Illinois is cheaper than Carmel, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Oswego
than in Carmel, Indiana
Carmel, IN vs. Oswego, IL
Compared to Carmel, Oswego is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  39.4% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower