Brazil, IN vs Lagrange, IN

Brazil, IN and Lagrange, IN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Brazil scores 65 while Lagrange scores 66 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Brazil is $824/month compared to $752/month in Lagrange — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lagrange has cheaper rent, Brazil actually has lower median home values ($105,900 vs $124,000).

Median household income in Brazil is $49,331 compared to $51,786 in Lagrange (-4.7%). While Lagrange is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brazil spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in Lagrange.