Columbus, Indiana vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 2.0% more expensive than Columbus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $81,635 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is more expensive than Columbus, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% more expensive in Indianapolis
than in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, IN vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Columbus, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  30.8% higher
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower