Chicago, Illinois vs. South Bend, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 30.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $83,101 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in South Bend
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. South Bend, IN
Compared to Chicago, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  6.3% higher
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  Personal
  13.3% lower
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