| | Indianapolis, IN | Erie, PA | United States |
| Overall | 85.7 | 80.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 93.6 | 93.9 | 100 |
| Health | 100.3 | 90.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 62.7 | 48.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $221,900 | $159,600 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,020.0% | 9,520.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 90.8 | 82.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 103.1 | 112.2 | 100 |
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Reviews for Indianapolis 
154 Reviews
I lived in Indianapolis for over 23 years, and I really miss the laidback: easy lifestyle there. The prices of most items are lower than elsewhere in the US, including More
No car? This city is built for cars. Not friendly to pedestrians; the lack of sidewalks is confounding.
Public transportation is limited, with a "spoke wheel" layout More
This is a response to another review, but everything I say here is true and I have been a lifelong Indy resident and feel this needs said.
The only factual part is More
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Erie is a hidden gem with something for everyone. Presque isle state park draws about as many visitors as Yellowstone and more than My. Rushmore. Outdoors are covered More
I've lived in Erie for 13 years.
PROS:
- Presque Isle
- Shopping options on Peach Street
- Great fishing
- The Otters and SeaWolves
- Decent food scene
- 3 More
I've lived in numerous cities and towns around the country and traveled to countless others. Erie, PA remains, surprisingly, my favorite place to live, work and play. More
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