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CHICAGO vs. LAFAYETTE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Lafayette, Indiana

The cost of living in Lafayette, Indiana is 26.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,618 in Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Lafayette
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Lafayette, IN

Compared to Chicago, Lafayette is:

Homeowner

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26.1% lower

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3.8% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

40.3% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

12.2% higher

Commute

48.2% lower

Health

4.5% higher

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Personal

13.1% lower

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