Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Berrien Springs, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berrien Springs, Michigan is 18.8% cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $40,625 in Berrien Springs, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berrien Springs, Michigan is cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Berrien Springs
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Berrien Springs, MI
Compared to Valparaiso, Berrien Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower