Cost of Living Calculator - Merrillville, Indiana vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 22.2% more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $36,655 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrillville, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Merrillville, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Chicago
than in Merrillville, Indiana
Merrillville, IN vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Merrillville, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher

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