Cost of Living in Santa Claus, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.6
100 = national avg
+35.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,667
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,030
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.2
Food127.9
Transportation155.7
Healthcare122.3
Utilities122.6
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 Santa Claus is 135.6, which is 35.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,667 per year to cover basic expenses.