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Huntington, IN

Cost of living in Huntington County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,668/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 36,757 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $720 27%
Federal tax $481 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $100 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Huntington County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$652
per month
1 bedroom
$720
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,202
per month
4 bedroom
$1,501
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Huntington County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,734
per year
Individual earnings
$39,464
per year
Per capita
$34,479
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Huntington County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$146,400
Annual property tax
$1,070

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Huntington 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 Huntington County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.3%

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 Huntington 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 Huntington County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.5 min
Drive alone
78.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Huntington County

What it costs to live in Huntington County each month.

Single person
$2,668
per month
  • Rent $720
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $100
Couple
$3,894
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $697
  • State tax $159
Family
$6,296
per month
  • Rent $1,202
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $697
  • State tax $159

Frequently asked questions about Huntington County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Huntington County?

In Huntington County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $720 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,202 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Huntington County?

In Huntington County, IN, the average household income is $62,734 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,464 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Huntington County?

The estimated cost of living in Huntington County, IN is approximately $2,668 per month for a single person, $3,894 for a couple, $6,296 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Huntington County?

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

Is Huntington County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Huntington County, IN would need approximately $2,668 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,734 per year ($5,228 per month). Huntington County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Huntington County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Huntington County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Huntington County?

The average home value in Huntington County, IN is $146,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,070, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Huntington 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