Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Starkville, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Starkville, Mississippi is 3.4% cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $72,438 in Starkville, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Starkville, Mississippi is cheaper than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Starkville
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Starkville, MS
Compared to Indianapolis, Starkville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% lower
      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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  23.3% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower