salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$141
👥 People living there
979,539
885,860
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.6 min
College degree
59.6%
34.9%
Own their home
43.4%
56%
Below poverty line
12%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $65,070 | +29% in Indianapolis |
| Plumber | $62,810 | $76,980 | +23% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $134,120 | $106,870 | -20% in Indianapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $65,200 | -19% in Indianapolis |
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $68,480 | +16% in Indianapolis |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,530 | $44,180 | +15% in Indianapolis |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $84,230 | -14% in Indianapolis |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,890 | -12% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Austin and Indianapolis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Indianapolis to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $58,550 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 41% more in Austin.