Cost of Living Calculator - Springfield, Illinois vs Michigan City, Indiana


The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 1.6% cheaper than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,806 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Springfield, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs Michigan City, IN
Compared to Springfield, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher

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