Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs East Chicago, Indiana


The cost of living in East Chicago, Indiana is 55.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,423 in East Chicago, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Chicago, Indiana is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in East Chicago
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs East Chicago, IN
Compared to Seattle, East Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.7% 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
  16.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.4% higher
  Commute
  35.6% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower

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