Columbus, Ohio vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 1.7% cheaper than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $49,132 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Columbus, Ohio
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
11% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Columbus, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  0.8% higher
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher