DOL Median (Indianapolis, IN)
$85,000
vs National
-14.2%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$93,407
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$85,000
-14.2% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Indianapolis, IN earns $85,000 in nominal terms, which is 14.2% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 91.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $93,407 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Indianapolis, IN
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Emmis Dynamic Pricing LLC dba Digonex | $105,000 | 2 |
| Cummins Inc. | $84,396 | 2 |
| DIGONEX TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $80,000 | 5 |
| Indiana State Budget Agency | $62,320 | 1 |
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How much does a Economists make in Indianapolis, IN?
The median Economists salary in Indianapolis, IN is $85,000 based on 5 DOL filings.
Is Indianapolis, IN a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Indianapolis, IN earns 14.2% less than the national median of $99,100, or $93,407 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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