Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Santa Claus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Claus, Indiana is 0.7% cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $94,329 in Santa Claus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Claus, Indiana is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% cheaper in Santa Claus
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Santa Claus, IN
Compared to Indianapolis, Santa Claus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% lower
      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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% higher
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower