Cost of Living in Gary, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.2
100 = national avg
-6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,002
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,915
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing68.6
Food105.4
Transportation110.8
Healthcare104.3
Utilities97.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gary is 93.2, which is 6.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 68.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,002 per year to cover basic expenses.