Granger, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.0% more expensive than Granger, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $55,475 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Granger, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Granger, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
68% more expensive in Chicago
than in Granger, Indiana
Granger, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Granger, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  68.5% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% higher