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LAFAYETTE vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lafayette, Indiana vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 35.3% more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $132,559 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Indiana.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lafayette, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lafayette, Indiana

Lafayette, IN vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Lafayette, Chicago is:

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35.3% higher

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4.0% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

67.4% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

10.9% lower

Commute

92.9% higher

Health

4.3% lower

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Personal

15.1% higher

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