Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Cary, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is 34.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $59,081 in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Cary
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Indianapolis, Cary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% higher
      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
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  159.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower