Richmond, Virginia vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 11.7% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,173 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Richmond, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  8.7% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower