Indianapolis, Indiana vs. West Allis, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Allis, Wisconsin is 3.1% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,531 in West Allis, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Allis, Wisconsin is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
28% more expensive in West Allis
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. West Allis, WI
Compared to Indianapolis, West Allis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  8.1% higher
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower