Gary, Indiana vs. Rising Star, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rising Star, Texas is 10.3% cheaper than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $44,856 in Rising Star, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rising Star, Texas is cheaper than Gary, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Rising Star
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Rising_Star, TX
Compared to Gary, Rising_Star is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% lower