Cost of Living Calculator - Indianapolis, Indiana vs Merrillville, Indiana


The cost of living in Merrillville, Indiana is 3.5% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,781 in Merrillville, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrillville, Indiana is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
14% more expensive in Merrillville
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs Merrillville, IN
Compared to Indianapolis, Merrillville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  3.0% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher

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