Johnston, Iowa vs. Carmel, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carmel, Indiana is 18.9% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,828 in Carmel, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmel, Indiana is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Carmel
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Carmel, IN
Compared to Johnston, Carmel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher

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