Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Columbus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

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

You would need a salary of $24,499 in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% cheaper in Columbus
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Indianapolis, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  6.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher