Cost of Living Calculator - South Bend, Indiana vs Michigan City, Indiana


The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 1.1% cheaper than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $59,360 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Michigan City
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs Michigan City, IN
Compared to South Bend, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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