Munster, Indiana vs. Elmhurst, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmhurst, Illinois is 24.6% more expensive than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $62,312 in Elmhurst, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmhurst, Illinois is more expensive than Munster, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Elmhurst
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs. Elmhurst, IL
Compared to Munster, Elmhurst is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  25.8% higher
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher