Cost of Living in Indianapolis city (balance), IN

Population 882,043 · Indiana · Data vintage 2023

75
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

With a population over half a million, Indianapolis city (balance) functions as the economic anchor for a much larger metropolitan region.

Cost Overview

Housing 68
Rent 85

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Indianapolis city (balance)

The median home value in Indianapolis city (balance) is $207,000 — 32% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,112/month, 15% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $62,995/year is 16% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.2%, above the national average of 4.8%. Indiana's top state income tax rate is 3.0% and the combined sales tax is 7.0%. Overall, Indianapolis city (balance) has a cost of living index of 75 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 25% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$207,000
32% below avg
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
15% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
15.5x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.8%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$731
1 BR
$783
2 BR
$985
3 BR
$1,286
4 BR
$1,456
Owner-occupied 55.3%
Renter-occupied 44.7%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,112
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,726/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
26.0 min
4% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
12.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
73.7%
Carpooled
9.6%
Public transit
1.4%
Walked
1.8%
Bicycle
0.4%
Work from home
12.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) 3.0%
Total Sales Tax 7.0%
State rate 7.0%
Avg local rate 0.0%
Property Tax 0.8%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$62,995
16% below avg
Per Capita Income
$36,194
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
8% above avg
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Labor Force Participation
68.0%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 21.7%
Graduate degree 12.5%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 34.1
Male median age 33.1
Female median age 35.1

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 60 — Moderate
23%
Good air days/yr
259
Max AQI recorded
310
PM2.5 days
55
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Indianapolis city (balance), IN?

Indianapolis city (balance) has a cost index of 75 (100 = national average). It is 25% below the national average.

What is average rent in Indianapolis city (balance), IN?

The median gross rent in Indianapolis city (balance) is $1,112 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Indianapolis city (balance)?

The median home value in Indianapolis city (balance) is $207,000 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Indianapolis city (balance)?

The median household income in Indianapolis city (balance) is $62,995 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Indianapolis city (balance), IN?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Indianapolis city (balance) is 7.0%. The Indiana state income tax top rate is 3.0%.

Is Indianapolis city (balance), IN affordable?

Yes, Indianapolis city (balance) is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 75 — about 25% below the US national average of 100.

Indianapolis city (balance) at a Glance

Population
882,043
Median Income
$62,995
Home Value
$207,000
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Unemployment
5.2%
Sales Tax
7.0%
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