Brookston, IN Cost of Living


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United States / Indiana / No Metro Area / White County / Brookston / Zip Codes

Brookston cost of living score
78.6
Less expensive
21.4% lower
than the US average
6.1% lower
than the Indiana average
Brookston, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.4% lower than the U.S. average and 6.1% higher than the average for Indiana.

Brookston, IN

Housing costs in Brookston?
A typical home costs $193,000, which is 42.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.9% less expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brookston costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.7% cheaper than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Brookston?
To live comfortably in Brookston, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $37,080 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brookston?
The cost of living in Brookston, IN is quite affordable, and many residents enjoy the lower costs associated with living in a rural area. The median home price in Brookston is around $117,000, which is significantly lower than that of the nearby cities. Furthermore, grocery prices and utility bills remain low when compared to other areas. Additionally, there are no state income or sales taxes charged on goods purchased within the city limits. All of this combines to make Brookston an attractive place to live for those looking to enjoy a comfortable life while still paying less for necessities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBrookstonIndianaUnited States
  78.683.7100.0
  92.992.9100
  92.294.4100.0
  51.263.8100.0
  $193,000$221,600$338,100
  102.1%97.2%100.0%
  77.785.4100.0
  76.1102.0100.0

   100=National Average

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