Cost of Living Calculator - Valparaiso, Indiana vs South Chicago Heights, Illinois


The cost of living in South Chicago Heights, Illinois is 12.4% cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $43,800 in South Chicago Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Chicago Heights, Illinois is cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in South Chicago Heights
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs South_Chicago_Heights, IL
Compared to Valparaiso, South_Chicago_Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  20.3% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher

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