Clemson, South Carolina vs. Merrillville, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merrillville, Indiana is 6.4% cheaper than Clemson, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $46,805 in Merrillville, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Clemson, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrillville, Indiana is cheaper than Clemson, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Merrillville
than in Clemson, South Carolina
Clemson, SC vs. Merrillville, IN
Compared to Clemson, Merrillville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher