Munster, IN Cost of Living


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Munster cost of living score
87.3
Less expensive
12.7% lower
than the US average
4.3% higher
than the Indiana average
Munster, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.7% lower than the U.S. average and 4.3% lower than the average for Indiana.

Munster, IN

Housing costs in Munster?
A typical home costs $327,100, which is 3.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.6% more expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Munster costs $1,190 per month, which is 16.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.6% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Munster?
To live comfortably in Munster, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $62,640 for a family, and $38,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Munster?
The cost of living in Munster, IN is relatively affordable. According to the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), the cost of living index for the city was rated 81.6 in 2019, which is significantly lower than the national average of 100.0. This makes it a great place to live on a budget, as one can find housing, groceries, health care, and other goods and services at more reasonable prices than in some other areas. Additionally, Munster residents enjoy low taxes; property taxes here are among the lowest in Indiana. All these factors make Munster an attractive place to live for those looking to save money while still enjoying city amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMunsterIndianaUnited States
  87.383.7100.0
  97.492.9100
  93.694.4100.0
  102.563.8100.0
  $327,100$221,600$338,100
  100.6%97.2%100.0%
  96.285.4100.0
  98.4102.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 11 years ago

Munster is a very nice place to live. With many parks, bike paths, and social outlets there is something for everyone. Access to Chicago and its many suburbs provides  More

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Over 15 years ago

Munster has some of the best schools in the state of Indiana. Paying low property taxes compared to many other NW Indiana cities and living so close to Chicago makes   More

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Over 18 years ago

I found what seems like a nice community to raise kids - Munster, IN any comments? I have a three year old and a 6 month old. comments on  More

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