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DES MOINES vs. INDIANAPOLIS
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Indianapolis, Indiana

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 7.9% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $161,808 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Indianapolis
than in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, IA vs Indianapolis, IN

Compared to Des Moines, Indianapolis is:

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7.9% higher

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2.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

1.6% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

0.7% higher

Commute

21.6% higher

Health

2.1% lower

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Personal

9.8% higher

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