Cost of Living in Munster, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
146.7
100 = national avg
+46.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,544
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,560
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing164.2
Food130.8
Transportation131.7
Healthcare124.7
Utilities131.3
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 Munster is 146.7, which is 46.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,544 per year to cover basic expenses.