Zip 46304 (Chesterton, IN) Cost of Living


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Chesterton cost of living score
100.1
More expensive
0.1% higher
than the US average
19.6% higher
than the Indiana average
Chesterton (zip 46304), 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.

Zip 46304 (Chesterton, IN)

Housing costs in Chesterton?
A typical home costs $276,600, which is 18.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.8% more expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chesterton costs $1,130 per month, which is 21.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.3% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Chesterton?
To live comfortably in Chesterton (zip 46304), Indiana, a minimum annual income of $52,920 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Chesterton?
The cost of living in 46304 Chesterton, IN is quite affordable. In comparison to the national average, housing costs are approximately 17% lower, while transportation and utility costs are both 8-10% less. Grocery prices are close to 1% below the national average, and overall goods and services cost around 6% less. For those looking to relocate or settle down in Chesterton, this makes it an attractive destination for people on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChestertonIndianaUnited States
  100.183.7100.0
  96.492.9100
  90.594.4100.0
  89.563.8100.0
  $276,600$221,600$338,100
  96.5%97.2%100.0%
  119.785.4100.0
  104.3102.0100.0

   100=National Average

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