Muncie, Indiana vs. New Castle, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Castle, Indiana is 4.8% cheaper than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $47,622 in New Castle, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Castle, Indiana is cheaper than Muncie, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in New Castle
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. New Castle, IN
Compared to Muncie, New Castle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% lower
      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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower