Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Indiana vs South Bend, Indiana


The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 13.5% more expensive than Marion, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,059 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is more expensive than Marion, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in South Bend
than in Marion, Indiana
Marion, IN vs South Bend, IN
Compared to Marion, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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