Dayton, Ohio vs. Gary, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 2.5% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $51,266 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
46% more expensive in Gary
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Gary, IN
Compared to Dayton, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% higher
      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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  16.8% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower

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