Cost of Living in Howard County, IN

What does it cost to live in Howard County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$62,014

Median Rent

$855/mo

Median Home

$143,100

Affordability

602

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$724
Property Tax$86
Insurance$48

Total Monthly$858
% of Income16.6%

Renting

Median Rent$855
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$880
% of Income16.5%

Living in Howard County, Indiana

Howard County has a median household income of $62,014 with housing costs that represent 16.6% of income for owners and 16.5% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.