Merrillville, Indiana vs. Midland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Midland, Texas is 4.3% more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $52,162 in Midland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrillville, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Midland, Texas is more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Midland
than in Merrillville, Indiana
Merrillville, IN vs. Midland, TX
Compared to Merrillville, Midland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  20.3% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower