Cost of Living in Monroe, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.6
100 = national avg
+48.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,396
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,573
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing161.2
Food129.2
Transportation158.4
Healthcare123.4
Utilities129.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,353
per month
The overall cost of living index in Monroe is 148.6, which is 48.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 161.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,396 per year to cover basic expenses.