Chesterton, IN Cost of Living


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Chesterton cost of living score
100.1
More expensive
0.1% higher
than the US average
19.6% higher
than the Indiana average
Chesterton, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.1% higher than the U.S. average and 19.6% higher than the average for Indiana.

Chesterton, IN

Housing costs in Chesterton?
A typical home costs $278,800, which is 17.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.8% more expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chesterton costs $1,110 per month, which is 22.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.7% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Chesterton?
To live comfortably in Chesterton, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $53,280 for a family, and $36,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Chesterton?
The cost of living in Chesterton, IN is fairly affordable compared to other cities in the region. The median home value in Chesterton is estimated to be around $183,000, which is lower than the national average. The cost of utilities such as electricity and water are also lower than average, making it a great place to live for those on a budget. Additionally, groceries and basic necessities from local stores can be found at reasonable prices. With all these factors combined, Chesterton offers a cost-effective lifestyle for its citizens without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChestertonIndianaUnited States
  100.183.7100.0
  96.492.9100
  90.594.4100.0
  89.363.8100.0
  $278,800$221,600$338,100
  98.5%97.2%100.0%
  118.185.4100.0
  104.3102.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

Chesterton location next to Lake Michigan tempers the changes that we see. We are use to the cold weather but the lake helps keep the area warmer longer into the winter.  More

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Over 15 years ago

We have a low incidence of crime in our area, very clean downtown, well  More

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Over 16 years ago

Small town, with all its charm and quiet, with lots of space, but within 45 minutes of downtown Chicago, with all the big city cultural  More

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