South Bend, Indiana vs. Chicago Heights, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago Heights, Illinois is 18.0% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $53,100 in Chicago Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago Heights, Illinois is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Chicago Heights
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Chicago Heights, IL
Compared to South Bend, Chicago Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  62.2% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% higher