Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Massachusetts vs Merrillville, Indiana


The cost of living in Merrillville, Indiana is 57.7% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $31,710 in Merrillville, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrillville, Indiana is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Merrillville
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs Merrillville, IN
Compared to Newton, Merrillville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.7% 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
  19.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  5.9% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% lower

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