Laurel, Maryland vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 30.8% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $51,937 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Laurel, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% 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
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower