Lafayette, Indiana vs. South Bend, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 5.5% cheaper than Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $17,003 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is cheaper than Lafayette, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in South Bend
than in Lafayette, Indiana
Lafayette, IN vs. South Bend, IN
Compared to Lafayette, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
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  5.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.9% lower
  Commute
  7.5% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
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  Personal
  0.2% lower
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