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Michigan City-La Porte, IN

Cost of living in LaPorte County, IN

Part of the Michigan City Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,836/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 112,141 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $857 30%
Federal tax $508 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $318 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $104 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in LaPorte County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$711
per month
1 bedroom
$857
per month
2 bedroom
$1,036
per month
3 bedroom
$1,311
per month
4 bedroom
$1,515
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in LaPorte County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,452
per year
Individual earnings
$41,091
per year
Per capita
$34,650
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in LaPorte County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$180,700
Annual property tax
$1,435

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in LaPorte 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 LaPorte County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.4%

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 LaPorte 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 LaPorte County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.0 min
Drive alone
83.6%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for LaPorte County

What it costs to live in LaPorte County each month.

Single person
$2,836
per month
  • Rent $857
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $508
  • State tax $104
Couple
$4,148
per month
  • Rent $1,036
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $823
  • State tax $179
Family
$6,551
per month
  • Rent $1,311
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $823
  • State tax $179

Frequently asked questions about LaPorte County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in LaPorte County?

In LaPorte County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $857 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,036 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,311 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in LaPorte County?

In LaPorte County, IN, the average household income is $70,452 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,091 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in LaPorte County?

The estimated cost of living in LaPorte County, IN is approximately $2,836 per month for a single person, $4,148 for a couple, $6,551 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in LaPorte County?

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

Is LaPorte County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in LaPorte County, IN would need approximately $2,836 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,452 per year ($5,871 per month). LaPorte County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in LaPorte County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in LaPorte County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in LaPorte County?

The average home value in LaPorte County, IN is $180,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,435, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does LaPorte County compare to other areas?

You can compare LaPorte County, IN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. LaPorte County is in the Michigan City-La Porte, 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
Methodology All data sources