Darien, Illinois vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 24.5% cheaper than Darien, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $120,854 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Darien, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Darien, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% lower
      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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower