Cost of Living in West Lafayette, OH

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19%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
54%
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 West Lafayette Ohio National
Cost of living8189100
Groceries9797100
Health care9996100
Housing4674100
Transportation9796100
Utilities9496100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9795100
Household Items9797100
Education & Childcare9193100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in West Lafayette is 9% lower than the Ohio average
  • The cost of living in West Lafayette is 19% lower than the national average
  • West Lafayette housing is 54% lower than the national average
  • Ohio general sales tax is 13% higher than the national average
  • Ohio state income tax is 6% 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)
      Owners$66,787$5,566$1,558$2,004
      Renters$44,507$3,709$1,038$1,335

      Ohio Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Ohio 5.75% 8%

      Ohio Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Ohio 2.76% 3.99%

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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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