Denison, Iowa vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 2.1% more expensive than Denison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,032 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Denison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is more expensive than Denison, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Michigan City
than in Denison, Iowa
Denison, IA vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Denison, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  31.6% higher
  Health
  23.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower