Moving from Amarillo to Evansville (2026)

Evansville has a COL index of 80 vs 80 for Amarillo (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$29 more/mo
on core expenses · $75K salary baseline

Key differences

COL index
8080
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$950$990
per month
State tax
None3.2%
income tax
Take-home at $75K
$4,741$4,541
per month

Salary needed in Evansville to match your Amarillo lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in AmarilloEquivalent in Evansville
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

Monthly budget at $75K — Amarillo vs Evansville

ExpenseAmarilloEvansville
Monthly take-home$4,741$4,541
1BR rent$950$990
Groceries$346$353
Transport$38$40
Utilities$170$152
Internet$60$58
Left after essentials$3,177$2,948

Frequently asked questions

Is Evansville cheaper than Amarillo?

No. Evansville has a cost of living index of 80 vs 80 for Amarillo (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Amarillo to Evansville?

On a $75K salary, core expenses in Evansville run about $29/month more than Amarillo. Factor this into your salary negotiation when relocating.

What salary do I need in Evansville to match my Amarillo lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Amarillo, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Evansville. This is based on the overall COL index difference between the two cities.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates at $75K. Zillow · BLS · Numbeo · For general guidance only