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

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 15.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $294,583 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
49% cheaper in West Lafayette
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs West Lafayette, IN

Compared to Chicago, West Lafayette is:

Homeowner

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15.8% lower

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0.2% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

4.8% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

11.1% higher

Commute

49.1% lower

Health

4.5% higher

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Personal

14.5% lower

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