Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 3.7% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $103,651 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Indianapolis, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower