Centerville, IN vs Lynn, IN

Lynn is moderately more affordable than Centerville, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Centerville scores 68 compared to 59 for Lynn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Centerville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Centerville is $799/month compared to $659/month in Lynn — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lynn is more affordable at $79,000 median vs $133,200.

Median household income in Centerville is $50,724 compared to $44,450 in Lynn (+14.1%). The higher salaries in Centerville partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Centerville spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Lynn.