salaryIndianapolis is 7% 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
$2,270
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$141
👥 People living there
280,262
885,860
Commute to work
25.9 min
24.6 min
College degree
48.2%
34.9%
Own their home
73.1%
56%
Below poverty line
5.3%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert 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 | Gilbert | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $29,050 | -39% in Indianapolis |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $120,480 | +22% in Indianapolis |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $76,980 | +21% in Indianapolis |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | $106,870 | -19% in Indianapolis |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $84,230 | -16% in Indianapolis |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $29,890 | -14% in Indianapolis |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $38,880 | -14% in Indianapolis |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $67,200 | -14% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,465 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Indianapolis to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $55,575 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 85% more in Gilbert.