Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 21.7% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $60,836 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Fresno
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Indianapolis, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.6% higher
  Commute
  12.0% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher