Cost of Living in Lasalle Area, South Bend, IN

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21%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
58%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Lasalle Area South Bend Indiana
Cost of living798489
Groceries959597
Health care999997
Housing426072
Transportation929296
Utilities989896
Lifestyle & Entertainment909095
Household Items969698
Education & Childcare949494
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lasalle Area is 11% lower than the South Bend average
  • The cost of living in Lasalle Area is 21% lower than the national average
  • Lasalle Area housing is 58% lower than the national average
  • Indiana general sales tax is 37% higher than the national average
  • Indiana state income tax is 21% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$24,216$2,018$565$727

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      Indiana 7% 7%

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      Indiana 3.15% 3.15%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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