Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Northbrook, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Northbrook, Illinois is 57.5% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $78,740 in Northbrook, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Northbrook, Illinois is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Northbrook
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Northbrook, IL
Compared to Indianapolis, Northbrook is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.5% 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
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  215.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  42.4% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher