salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Pittsburgh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,465
$1,621
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$70,903
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$205,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$1,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$114
👥 People living there
885,860
304,759
Commute to work
24.6 min
22.7 min
College degree
34.9%
49.1%
Own their home
56%
47.7%
Below poverty line
15.8%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Pittsburgh for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Indianapolis | Pittsburgh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,510 | $76,550 | +27% in Pittsburgh |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,050 | $35,470 | +22% in Pittsburgh |
| Dental Hygienist | $97,470 | $75,960 | -22% in Pittsburgh |
| Software Developer | $106,870 | $124,500 | +16% in Pittsburgh |
| Operations Manager | $120,480 | $100,840 | -16% in Pittsburgh |
| Pharmacist | $151,050 | $134,180 | -11% in Pittsburgh |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,880 | $43,080 | +11% in Pittsburgh |
| Plumber | $76,980 | $70,100 | -9% in Pittsburgh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Pittsburgh cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis and Pittsburgh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Pittsburgh to match $60,000 in Indianapolis?
About $59,357 a year gives the same standard of living in Pittsburgh.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Pittsburgh?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $70,903 in Pittsburgh, 1% more in Indianapolis.
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