Cost of Living in Petersburg, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
73.8
100 = national avg
-26.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,458
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,719
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.4
Food87.4
Transportation74.8
Healthcare89.9
Utilities84.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$956
per month
The overall cost of living index in Petersburg is 73.8, which is 26.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,458 per year to cover basic expenses.