Cost of Living Calculator - Munster, Indiana vs Arlington Heights, Illinois


The cost of living in Arlington Heights, Illinois is 15.7% more expensive than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $347,147 in Arlington Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington Heights, Illinois is more expensive than Munster, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Arlington Heights
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs Arlington Heights, IL
Compared to Munster, Arlington Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  30.9% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher

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