Roanoke, Virginia vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 1.7% more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $66,090 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Roanoke, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
17% more expensive in Indianapolis
than in Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, VA vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Roanoke, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher