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Cost of living in Switzerland County, IN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,662/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,914 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 27%
Federal tax $487 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $318 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $101 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Switzerland County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$652
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,248
per month
4 bedroom
$1,252
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Switzerland County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,148
per year
Individual earnings
$39,854
per year
Per capita
$31,238
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Switzerland County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$183,200
Annual property tax
$755

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Switzerland 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 Switzerland County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.1%

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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.9 min
Drive alone
85.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Switzerland County

What it costs to live in Switzerland County each month.

Single person
$2,662
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $318
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $101
Couple
$3,940
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $527
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $736
  • State tax $166
Family
$6,388
per month
  • Rent $1,248
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $800
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $736
  • State tax $166

Frequently asked questions about Switzerland County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Switzerland County?

In Switzerland County, IN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,248 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Switzerland County?

In Switzerland County, IN, the average household income is $65,148 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,854 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Switzerland County?

The estimated cost of living in Switzerland County, IN is approximately $2,662 per month for a single person, $3,940 for a couple, $6,388 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Switzerland County?

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

Is Switzerland County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Switzerland County, IN would need approximately $2,662 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,148 per year ($5,429 per month). Switzerland County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Switzerland County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Switzerland County, IN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Switzerland County?

The average home value in Switzerland County, IN is $183,200, with average annual property taxes of $755, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Switzerland 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