Muncie, Indiana vs. Malibu, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Malibu, California is 559.6% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $329,790 in Malibu, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malibu, California is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2528% more expensive in Malibu
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Malibu, CA
Compared to Muncie, Malibu is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  559.6% 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
  29.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3,395.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  125.0% higher
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher