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Cost of living in Gibson County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,768/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 32,986 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $764 28%
Federal tax $529 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $108 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Gibson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$760
per month
1 bedroom
$764
per month
2 bedroom
$973
per month
3 bedroom
$1,218
per month
4 bedroom
$1,290
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gibson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,763
per year
Individual earnings
$42,373
per year
Per capita
$33,358
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gibson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$170,500
Annual property tax
$1,244

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gibson 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 Gibson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.2%

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 Gibson 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 Gibson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.3 min
Drive alone
82.2%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
4.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gibson County

What it costs to live in Gibson County each month.

Single person
$2,768
per month
  • Rent $764
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $529
  • State tax $108
Couple
$4,034
per month
  • Rent $973
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $779
  • State tax $172
Family
$6,407
per month
  • Rent $1,218
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $779
  • State tax $172

Frequently asked questions about Gibson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gibson County?

In Gibson County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $764 per month, a two-bedroom averages $973 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,218 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Gibson County?

In Gibson County, IN, the average household income is $67,763 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,373 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Gibson County?

The estimated cost of living in Gibson County, IN is approximately $2,768 per month for a single person, $4,034 for a couple, $6,407 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gibson County?

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

Is Gibson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gibson County, IN would need approximately $2,768 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,763 per year ($5,647 per month). Gibson County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Gibson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gibson County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gibson County?

The average home value in Gibson County, IN is $170,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,244, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gibson 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