Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 123.2% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $156,243 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
374% more expensive in Novato
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Indianapolis, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  123.2% 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
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  477.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  37.0% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.0% higher