Cost of Living in Greenville, IN

With a cost of living index of 92, Greenville, IN is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 14% above the Indiana state average of 78. Greenville is a small community of 1,602 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Greenville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,156 (12% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $294,900 (3% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Greenville is $128,348, which is 71% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.