Muncie, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.2% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $75,105 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
129% more expensive in Chicago
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Muncie, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.2% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  165.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  86.2% higher
  Health
  5.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher