Cost of Living in Vandalia, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.9
100 = national avg
-4.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,215
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,780
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.8
Food99.7
Transportation99.4
Healthcare99.7
Utilities97.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$906
per month
2 Bedroom
$993
per month
The overall cost of living index in Vandalia is 95.9, which is 4.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,215 per year to cover basic expenses.