salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Norfolk to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,465
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$147
👥 People living there
885,860
233,596
Commute to work
24.6 min
23 min
College degree
34.9%
33.5%
Own their home
56%
46.3%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Norfolk for shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Indianapolis | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,050 | $39,020 | +34% in Norfolk |
| Police Officer | $83,110 | $59,690 | -28% in Norfolk |
| Carpenter | $65,070 | $51,500 | -21% in Norfolk |
| Software Developer | $106,870 | $129,090 | +21% in Norfolk |
| Plumber | $76,980 | $61,870 | -20% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $61,980 | $50,460 | -19% in Norfolk |
| Firefighter | $68,480 | $56,940 | -17% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $120,480 | $100,340 | -17% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis and Norfolk cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Indianapolis?
About $61,408 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $71,299 in Norfolk, 0% more in Indianapolis.