Michigan City, Indiana vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 13.3% more expensive than Michigan City, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $56,671 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Michigan City, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is more expensive than Michigan City, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Joliet
than in Michigan City, Indiana
Michigan City, IN vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Michigan City, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower