Indianapolis is about 2% less expensive than Austin overall — $100,000 in Austin is worth about $97,583 in Indianapolis.
Austin vs Indianapolis: the numbers
| Metric | Austin | Indianapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (US=100) | 98 | 96 | -2% |
| Median rent | $1,655 | $1,112 | -33% |
| Median home value | $512,700 | $207,000 | -60% |
| Median household income | $91,461 | $62,995 | -31% |
Cost of living = BEA Regional Price Parities (US average = 100). Rent, home value, and income from the U.S. Census ACS. See our methodology.
What your salary is worth
A $100,000 salary in Austin has the same buying power as about $97,583 in Indianapolis. Going the other way, $100,000 in Indianapolis is like $102,477 in Austin.
Use the calculator below to compare any salary between Austin and Indianapolis.