Munster, Indiana vs. Park Ridge, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Park Ridge, Illinois is 24.3% more expensive than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $62,162 in Park Ridge, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Park Ridge, 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 Park Ridge
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs. Park Ridge, IL
Compared to Munster, Park Ridge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher