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WEST LAFAYETTE vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - West Lafayette, Indiana vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.8% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $35,642 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
96% more expensive in Chicago
than in West Lafayette, Indiana

West Lafayette, IN vs Chicago, IL

Compared to West Lafayette, Chicago is:

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18.8% higher

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0.2% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

5.1% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

10.0% lower

Commute

96.5% higher

Health

4.3% lower

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Personal

17.0% higher

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