Munster, Indiana vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 15.8% cheaper than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $42,092 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Munster, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Joliet
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Munster, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% lower