salaryIndianapolis is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Indianapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$141
👥 People living there
236,254
885,860
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.6 min
College degree
77.1%
34.9%
Own their home
41.3%
56%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $29,050 | -37% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $106,870 | -31% in Indianapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $65,200 | -25% in Indianapolis |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $60,510 | -24% in Indianapolis |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $120,480 | -23% in Indianapolis |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $79,290 | -22% in Indianapolis |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $101,890 | -20% in Indianapolis |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $97,470 | -18% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,465 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Indianapolis to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $52,733 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 115% more in Arlington.
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