Cost of Living in New Amsterdam, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.6
100 = national avg
+14.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,428
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,192
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.0
Food133.0
Transportation176.1
Healthcare126.4
Utilities111.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,047
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,272
per month
The overall cost of living index in New Amsterdam is 114.6, which is 14.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,428 per year to cover basic expenses.