Cost of Living in Jay County, IN

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

Median Income

$52,231

Median Rent

$771/mo

Median Home

$101,500

Affordability

727

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$513
Property Tax$52
Insurance$34

Total Monthly$599
% of Income13.8%

Renting

Median Rent$771
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$796
% of Income17.7%

Living in Jay County, Indiana

Jay County has a median household income of $52,231 with housing costs that represent 13.8% of income for owners and 17.7% 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.