Van Buren, Indiana vs. Wabash, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wabash, Indiana is 5.1% more expensive than Van Buren, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $52,562 in Wabash, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Buren, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wabash, Indiana is more expensive than Van Buren, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Wabash
than in Van Buren, Indiana
Van Buren, IN vs. Wabash, IN
Compared to Van Buren, Wabash is:
  Homeowner
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  5.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  2.3% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher