Cost of Living in West Lafayette, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.2
100 = national avg
-25.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,644
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,158
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.1
Food84.7
Transportation69.3
Healthcare87.7
Utilities84.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$824
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Lafayette is 74.2, which is 25.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,644 per year to cover basic expenses.