Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Bessemer, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bessemer, Alabama is 11.2% cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $75,489 in Bessemer, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bessemer, Alabama is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Bessemer
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Bessemer, AL
Compared to Indianapolis, Bessemer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  21.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower