Cost of Living in Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis's cost of living index is 92 — 8% less expensive than the national average. Indiana has a state income tax and a statewide COL index of 91.
COL Index
92
100 = national avg
Monthly Budget
$4,600
vs $5,000 national
Population
0.9M
Metro area
State Tax
Yes
Indiana
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Estimated monthly costs in Indianapolis vs national average for a typical household.
| Category | National Avg | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | $1,650 | $1,452 | -$198 |
| Groceries | $650 | $608 | -$42 |
| Transportation | $800 | $742 | -$58 |
| Healthcare | $400 | $378 | -$22 |
| Utilities | $300 | $276 | -$24 |
| Other | $1,200 | $1,123 | -$77 |
| Total | $5,000 | $4,600 | -$400 |
Salary Equivalent
To maintain the same standard of living in Indianapolis, a national-average salary translates to:
$50,000 nationally
$46,000
$75,000 nationally
$69,000
$100,000 nationally
$92,000
$150,000 nationally
$138,000