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
$1,751
$1,465
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,315
💵 Families earn per year
$74,533
$71,417
🔑 Buying a house
$244,500
$224,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
95.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,493
$2,037
⚡ Electric bill per month
$100
$141
👥 People living there
198,535
885,860
Commute to work
19 min
24.6 min
College degree
41.6%
34.9%
Own their home
54%
56%
Below poverty line
16.9%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Rapids for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Grand Rapids | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $42,930 | $29,050 | -32% in Indianapolis |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,130 | $44,180 | +22% in Indianapolis |
| Firefighter | $56,260 | $68,480 | +22% in Indianapolis |
| Operations Manager | $101,720 | $120,480 | +18% in Indianapolis |
| Medical Assistant | $39,890 | $46,900 | +18% in Indianapolis |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,290 | $97,470 | +16% in Indianapolis |
| Police Officer | $74,920 | $83,110 | +11% in Indianapolis |
| Carpenter | $59,000 | $65,070 | +10% in Indianapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Rapids or Indianapolis cheaper to live in?
Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?
About $60,094 a year gives the same standard of living in Indianapolis.
Where do people earn more, Grand Rapids or Indianapolis?
The typical household earns $74,533 in Grand Rapids and $71,417 in Indianapolis, 4% more in Grand Rapids.
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