Cost of Living in Griffith, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.6
100 = national avg
+12.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,533
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,079
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.5
Food108.1
Transportation116.2
Healthcare106.5
Utilities107.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,082
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,317
per month
The overall cost of living index in Griffith is 112.6, which is 12.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,533 per year to cover basic expenses.