Cost of Living in Fountain City, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.3
100 = national avg
-27.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,805
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,176
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.6
Food85.2
Transportation70.5
Healthcare88.2
Utilities83.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$956
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fountain City is 72.3, which is 27.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,805 per year to cover basic expenses.