Elkhart County, IN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Elkhart, Indiana?
$3,450 / month
for a family, 36.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $41,400 for the year for a family.
$2,567 / month
for a single person, 46.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $30,800 for the year for a single person.

Elkhart cost of living score
82.6
Less expensive
17.4% lower
than the US average
1.3% lower
than the Indiana average
Elkhart Indi County, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.4% lower than the U.S. average and 1.3% higher than the average for Indiana.

Elkhart County, IN

Housing costs in Elkhart?
A typical home costs $215,500, which is 36.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 2.8% less expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elkhart costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $980.

Can I afford Elkhart?
To live comfortably in Elkhart Indi County, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $41,400 for a family, and $30,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elkhart?
Living in Elkhart, IN County is more affordable than the US average. The median home value in Elkhart, IN County is $215500 compared to the US average of $338,100. Furthermore, the cost of living in Elkhart, IN County is 82.6 compared to the US average of 100. This means that if someone were to move to Elkhart, IN County they would be able to save money while still enjoying the same amenities and conveniences as other areas across the country.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesElkhartIndianaUnited States
  82.683.7100.0
  93.892.9100
  93.494.4100.0
  67.663.8100.0
  $215,500$221,600$338,100
  92.797.2100
  77.885.4100.0
  88.2102.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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