Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Mesa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is 27.7% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $76,608 in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Mesa
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Indianapolis, Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  25.6% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher