salaryMontgomery is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,465
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$185
👥 People living there
885,860
197,494
Commute to work
24.6 min
20.7 min
College degree
34.9%
33.8%
Own their home
56%
54.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Indianapolis | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $83,110 | $48,490 | -42% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $97,470 | $60,120 | -38% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $68,480 | $48,780 | -29% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $65,070 | $47,360 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $76,980 | $57,960 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Medical Assistant | $46,900 | $35,810 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $65,130 | $49,910 | -23% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $131,950 | $102,040 | -23% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,465 in Indianapolis.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Indianapolis?
About $56,229 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $61,271 in Montgomery, 17% more in Indianapolis.
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