Cost of living in Decatur County, IN
Population 26,411 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Decatur County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Decatur County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Decatur County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Decatur County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Decatur County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.
Taxes in Decatur County
State and local tax rates for Indiana.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Decatur County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Decatur County
What it costs to live in Decatur County each month.
- Rent $809
- Energy $199
- Water $50
- Groceries $318
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $602
- State tax $119
- Rent $1,061
- Energy $239
- Water $60
- Groceries $527
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $885
- State tax $189
- Rent $1,278
- Energy $298
- Water $70
- Groceries $800
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $885
- State tax $189
Frequently asked questions about Decatur County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Decatur County?
In Decatur County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $809 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,061 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,278 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Decatur County?
In Decatur County, IN, the average household income is $74,228 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,834 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Decatur County?
The estimated cost of living in Decatur County, IN is approximately $2,897 per month for a single person, $4,245 for a couple, $6,590 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Decatur County?
The combined sales tax rate in Decatur County, IN is 7.00%, which includes the Indiana state rate of 7.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Decatur County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Decatur County, IN would need approximately $2,897 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,228 per year ($6,186 per month). Decatur County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Decatur County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Decatur County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Decatur County?
The average home value in Decatur County, IN is $189,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,176, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Decatur County compare to other areas?
You can compare Decatur County, IN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Decatur County is in the Greensburg, IN metro area.
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About this data
All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.
- HUD FMR FY2025
- ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
- EIA
- ACS + national avg
- ACS
- USDA + BEA RPP