Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 23.7% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $74,205 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Indianapolis, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  56.3% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher