Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Chester, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chester, Virginia is 14.5% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $114,488 in Chester, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chester, Virginia is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Chester
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Chester, VA
Compared to Indianapolis, Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  5.8% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher