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Cost of living in LaGrange County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,551/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 40,596 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $720 28%
Federal tax $527 21%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $199 8%
Transport $150 6%
State tax $107 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in LaGrange County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$716
per month
1 bedroom
$720
per month
2 bedroom
$945
per month
3 bedroom
$1,184
per month
4 bedroom
$1,253
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in LaGrange County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$83,741
per year
Individual earnings
$42,261
per year
Per capita
$32,928
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in LaGrange County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$249,500
Annual property tax
$1,352

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in LaGrange 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 LaGrange County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
44.3%

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 LaGrange 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 LaGrange County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.0 min
Drive alone
48.7%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for LaGrange County

What it costs to live in LaGrange County each month.

Single person
$2,551
per month
  • Rent $720
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $107
Couple
$4,089
per month
  • Rent $945
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,041
  • State tax $213
Family
$6,436
per month
  • Rent $1,184
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,041
  • State tax $213

Frequently asked questions about LaGrange County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in LaGrange County?

In LaGrange County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $720 per month, a two-bedroom averages $945 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,184 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in LaGrange County?

In LaGrange County, IN, the average household income is $83,741 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,261 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in LaGrange County?

The estimated cost of living in LaGrange County, IN is approximately $2,551 per month for a single person, $4,089 for a couple, $6,436 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in LaGrange County?

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

Is LaGrange County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in LaGrange County, IN would need approximately $2,551 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $83,741 per year ($6,978 per month). LaGrange County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in LaGrange County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in LaGrange County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 44.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in LaGrange County?

The average home value in LaGrange County, IN is $249,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,352, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does LaGrange 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