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
$1,611
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$141
👥 People living there
914,802
885,860
Commute to work
21.5 min
24.6 min
College degree
38.2%
34.9%
Own their home
44.1%
56%
Below poverty line
18.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $60,510 | -23% in Indianapolis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $29,050 | -23% in Indianapolis |
| Plumber | $63,260 | $76,980 | +22% in Indianapolis |
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $83,110 | -18% in Indianapolis |
| Operations Manager | $102,590 | $120,480 | +17% in Indianapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,010 | $65,200 | -15% in Indianapolis |
| Pharmacist | $133,960 | $151,050 | +13% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $122,340 | $106,870 | -13% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Columbus 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 Columbus?
About $60,143 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 0% more in Indianapolis.