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Cost of living in Starke County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,576/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,300 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $412 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $90 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Starke County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$652
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,118
per month
4 bedroom
$1,432
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Starke County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,933
per year
Individual earnings
$35,282
per year
Per capita
$28,895
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Starke County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$148,400
Annual property tax
$895

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Starke 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 Starke County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.5%

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 Starke 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 Starke County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.1 min
Drive alone
81.5%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
3.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Starke County

What it costs to live in Starke County each month.

Single person
$2,576
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $90
Couple
$3,898
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $700
  • State tax $160
Family
$6,216
per month
  • Rent $1,118
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $700
  • State tax $160

Frequently asked questions about Starke County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Starke County?

In Starke County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Starke County?

In Starke County, IN, the average household income is $62,933 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,282 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Starke County?

The estimated cost of living in Starke County, IN is approximately $2,576 per month for a single person, $3,898 for a couple, $6,216 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Starke County?

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

Is Starke County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Starke County, IN would need approximately $2,576 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,933 per year ($5,244 per month). Starke County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Starke County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Starke County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Starke County?

The average home value in Starke County, IN is $148,400, with average annual property taxes of $895, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Starke 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