Cost of Living in Highland, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.9
100 = national avg
+14.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,550
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,482
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.4
Food108.3
Transportation111.5
Healthcare106.6
Utilities109.4
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 Highland is 114.9, which is 14.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,550 per year to cover basic expenses.