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
$1,881
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$141
👥 People living there
903,844
885,860
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.6 min
College degree
48%
34.9%
Own their home
51%
56%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $68,480 | +77% in Indianapolis |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $83,110 | +32% in Indianapolis |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $76,980 | +31% in Indianapolis |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $65,070 | +28% in Indianapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $65,200 | -21% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $135,920 | $106,870 | -21% in Indianapolis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | $29,050 | -20% in Indianapolis |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $79,290 | -15% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $58,982 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 24% more in Charlotte.
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