Cost of Living in Dayton, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.5
100 = national avg
+3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,552
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,669
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.0
Food106.9
Transportation113.8
Healthcare105.5
Utilities102.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,032
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,242
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 103.5, which is 3.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,552 per year to cover basic expenses.