Indianapolis

Midwest hub with strong manufacturing and growing tech sector. Very affordable housing.

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1-Bed Rent

$1,200

per month

Median Salary

$46,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No βœ—

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

$990

1-Bedroom

$1,200

Shared 2-Bed

$660

Coliving

$780

Shared House

$540

Monthly Budget (on $2,800 take-home)

Income$2,800
Needs (housing, food, transport)$1,650(59%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)$394(14%)
Savings$280(10%)
Remaining$476

Most Affordable Areas

  • South Indianapolis
  • East Indianapolis
  • Near East

Most Expensive Areas

  • Downtown Indianapolis
  • Fountain Square
  • Broad Ripple

About Indianapolis

  • Manufacturing hub
  • Growing tech sector
  • Very affordable housing
  • Indy 500

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

$250

Dining Out

$180

Subscriptions

$42

Entertainment

$110

Personal Care

$62

Public Transport

$70

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