Monterey, California vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 51.5% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $33,979 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Monterey, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.5% 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
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  30.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower