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
$1,797
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$141
👥 People living there
291,467
885,860
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.6 min
College degree
57.3%
34.9%
Own their home
52.3%
56%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham 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 | Durham | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $68,480 | +79% in Indianapolis |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $83,110 | +38% in Indianapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $65,200 | -30% in Indianapolis |
| Plumber | $60,110 | $76,980 | +28% in Indianapolis |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $65,070 | +26% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $135,620 | $106,870 | -21% in Indianapolis |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $60,510 | +18% in Indianapolis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $29,050 | -18% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Durham 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 Durham?
About $58,846 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 23% more in Durham.