Merrillville, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 22.2% more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $61,092 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrillville, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Chicago
than in Merrillville, Indiana
Merrillville, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Merrillville, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  22.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.0% higher
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