Muncie, Indiana vs. West Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 42.0% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $70,979 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
148% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. West Chicago, IL
Compared to Muncie, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.0% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  180.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% higher