Cost of Living Calculator - Ottawa, Illinois vs South Bend, Indiana


The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 4.3% cheaper than Ottawa, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,832 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottawa, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is cheaper than Ottawa, Illinois
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
42% cheaper in South Bend
than in Ottawa, Illinois
Ottawa, IL vs South Bend, IN
Compared to Ottawa, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  14.4% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower

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