Cost of Living in Notre Dame, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.6
100 = national avg
-19.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,467
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,832
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.8
Food64.6
Transportation29.2
Healthcare71.7
Utilities85.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,105
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,292
per month
The overall cost of living index in Notre Dame is 80.6, which is 19.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,467 per year to cover basic expenses.