Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Rensselaer, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rensselaer, New York is 10.4% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $82,774 in Rensselaer, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rensselaer, New York is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Rensselaer
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Rensselaer, NY
Compared to Indianapolis, Rensselaer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  16.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher