Houghton, Michigan vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 1.2% cheaper than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $73,139 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Houghton, Michigan
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
25% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Houghton, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.6% lower
  Commute
  16.4% higher
  Health
  17.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher