Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 45.1% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $72,556 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Evanston
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Indianapolis, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.1% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  41.5% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% higher