Cost of Living in Wabash, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.9
100 = national avg
-21.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,729
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,086
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.4
Food91.4
Transportation78.5
Healthcare93.1
Utilities87.9
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 Wabash is 78.9, which is 21.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,729 per year to cover basic expenses.