Topeka, Kansas vs. Carmel, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carmel, Indiana is 45.3% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $72,652 in Carmel, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmel, Indiana is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
190% more expensive in Carmel
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Carmel, IN
Compared to Topeka, Carmel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.3% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  214.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher