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Cost of living in Fountain County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,673/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,546 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 26%
Federal tax $496 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $103 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Fountain County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$652
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,134
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fountain County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,526
per year
Individual earnings
$40,408
per year
Per capita
$31,232
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fountain County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$133,200
Annual property tax
$820

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fountain County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$142
per month · 15.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$57
per month
Annual total
$2,388
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Fountain County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Fountain County

State and local tax rates for Indiana.

State income tax
3.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
7.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Fountain County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
80.2%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
5.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fountain County

What it costs to live in Fountain County each month.

Single person
$2,673
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $103
Couple
$3,890
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $159
Family
$6,224
per month
  • Rent $1,134
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $159

Frequently asked questions about Fountain County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fountain County?

In Fountain County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,134 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Fountain County?

In Fountain County, IN, the average household income is $62,526 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,408 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fountain County?

The estimated cost of living in Fountain County, IN is approximately $2,673 per month for a single person, $3,890 for a couple, $6,224 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fountain County?

The combined sales tax rate in Fountain County, IN is 7.00%, which includes the Indiana state rate of 7.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Fountain County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fountain County, IN would need approximately $2,673 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,526 per year ($5,211 per month). Fountain County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Fountain County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fountain County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fountain County?

The average home value in Fountain County, IN is $133,200, with average annual property taxes of $820, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fountain County compare to other areas?

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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
Methodology All data sources