Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Grinnell, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grinnell, Iowa is 6.7% cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $46,643 in Grinnell, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grinnell, Iowa is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Grinnell
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Grinnell, IA
Compared to Indianapolis, Grinnell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  20.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher