Cost of Living in Shirley, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.8
100 = national avg
-16.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,873
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,154
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.4
Food100.8
Transportation101.5
Healthcare100.6
Utilities91.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$775
per month
2 Bedroom
$956
per month
The overall cost of living index in Shirley is 83.8, which is 16.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,873 per year to cover basic expenses.