United States

Cost of Living in Indianapolis, IN

Monthly Total

$3,255

$56,963

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$1,475

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$59

Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Housing (Rent)

1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood

$1,475

$25,813

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$261

$4,568

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$198

$3,465

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$240

$4,200

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$330

$5,775

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$324

$5,670

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$340

$5,950

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$87

$1,523

Monthly Total

$3,255

$56,963

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