Cost of Living Calculator - West Lafayette, Indiana vs Chicago Ridge, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago Ridge, Illinois is 8.5% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $54,259 in Chicago Ridge, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago Ridge, Illinois is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
90% more expensive in Chicago Ridge
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs Chicago Ridge, IL
Compared to West Lafayette, Chicago Ridge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% higher
      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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  90.1% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% higher

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