Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Newton, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newton, Massachusetts is 144.9% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $159,170 in Newton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
463% more expensive in Newton
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Newton, MA
Compared to Indianapolis, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  144.9% 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
  26.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  635.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.9% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  11.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.3% higher