Fresno, California vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 17.8% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $41,094 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Fresno, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.8% lower
  Commute
  10.7% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower