Peru, Indiana vs. Muncie, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Muncie, Indiana is 4.4% more expensive than Peru, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $52,190 in Muncie, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Peru, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Muncie, Indiana is more expensive than Peru, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Muncie
than in Peru, Indiana
Peru, IN vs. Muncie, IN
Compared to Peru, Muncie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  9.7% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher