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Cost & Benefits

Calumet City vs East Chicago

Simple answer

You'd likely save $323 a month in East Chicago.

Typical rent is $1,177 in Calumet City and $854 in East Chicago. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Calumet City

Illinois

Typical rent
$1,177
Typical pay
$55,369 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,011
Price index
103.6 (metro)

East Chicago

Indiana

Typical rent
$854
Typical pay
$42,125 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,429
Price index
103.6 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.