Porter, IN Cost of Living


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Porter cost of living score
100.1
More expensive
0.1% higher
than the US average
19.6% higher
than the Indiana average
Porter, 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.

Porter, IN

Housing costs in Porter?
A typical home costs $257,000, which is 24.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.0% more expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Porter 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 Porter?
To live comfortably in Porter, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $49,320 for a family, and $36,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Porter?
Porter, IN offers a very affordable cost of living. The median home price is around $220,000 and the median household income is just over $65,000. Additionally, groceries and utilities in the area are generally less expensive than the U.S average. Sales tax in Porter is also low at only 7%, making it an attractive place to live for those on a budget. The cost of living in Porter is significantly lower compared to nearby cities like Chicago or Indianapolis, making it an excellent choice for those looking to save money while still having access to amenities like parks and recreational activities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPorterIndianaUnited States
  100.183.7100.0
  96.492.9100
  90.594.4100.0
  80.363.8100.0
  $257,000$221,600$338,100
  98.5%97.2%100.0%
  117.485.4100.0
  103.9102.0100.0

   100=National Average

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