Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 180.7% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $67,364 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
495% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Indianapolis, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  180.7% 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
  21.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  736.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  30.7% higher
  Health
  16.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher