salaryIndianapolis is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,465
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$142
👥 People living there
885,860
185,913
Commute to work
24.6 min
23.2 min
College degree
34.9%
24.1%
Own their home
56%
41.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Paradise for shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Indianapolis | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $84,230 | $103,940 | +23% in Paradise |
| Plumber | $76,980 | $59,700 | -22% in Paradise |
| Software Developer | $106,870 | $129,940 | +22% in Paradise |
| Operations Manager | $120,480 | $97,290 | -19% in Paradise |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,880 | $45,350 | +17% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,200 | $74,670 | +15% in Paradise |
| Firefighter | $68,480 | $59,280 | -13% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $67,200 | $75,920 | +13% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,465 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Indianapolis?
About $62,833 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Paradise?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $63,836 in Paradise, 12% more in Indianapolis.