Mount Vernon, IN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Mount Vernon, Indiana?
$2,880 / month
for a family, 46.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,560 for the year for a family.
$2,300 / month
for a single person, 51.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,600 for the year for a single person.

Mount Vernon cost of living score
82.7
Less expensive
17.3% lower
than the US average
1.2% lower
than the Indiana average
Mount Vernon, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.3% lower than the U.S. average and 1.2% higher than the average for Indiana.

Mount Vernon, IN

Housing costs in Mount Vernon?
A typical home costs $179,600, which is 46.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.0% less expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mount Vernon costs $860 per month, which is 39.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.0% cheaper than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Mount Vernon?
To live comfortably in Mount Vernon, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $34,560 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon, IN is considered to be an affordable place to live. According to Sperling’s Best Places, the cost of living index in this small city is 85.6, which is significantly lower than the US average of 100. Housing expenses are particularly low in Mount Vernon, with an index of 68.5 compared to the national average of 100. In addition, residents benefit from relatively low costs for groceries and utilities as well as a low sales tax rate of 7%. As a result, Mount Vernon offers residents a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMount VernonIndianaUnited States
    Unlock83.7100.0
  92.4  Unlock100.0
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  53.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$221,600$338,100
  99.8  Unlock100.0
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  84.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

School system rated within top 6% of ALL U.S. high schools. Low crime rate, friendly people, and good sense of community. Limited restaurants and entertainment, but  More

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