Cost of living in Terre Haute

In Terre Haute, United States, a single person typically needs around $1560 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $3835 monthly.

How expensive is Terre Haute compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Terre Haute are 9% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Terre Haute compare to your city?

Terre Haute is 49% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Terre Haute is, on average, 68% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Terre Haute?

Who is Terre Haute a good fit for?

Terre Haute is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Terre Haute so expensive?

The cost of living in Terre Haute is primarily influenced by higher rent and utilities, which contribute to overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Terre Haute?

Food prices are 16% higher than the European benchmark, making dining out and groceries more costly.

Is public transport affordable in Terre Haute?

Public transport in Terre Haute is 43% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1560 $
Without Rent
725 $
Rent & Utilities
835 $
Food
551 $
Transport
43 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2726 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
58.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.9 $
Dinner 54.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.73 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.99 $
Capuccino 5.07 $
Coke, 330ml 2.39 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.54 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.25 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.36 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.79 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.2 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.94 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.64 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.34 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.04 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.96 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.45 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.2 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.28 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 12.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.89 $
Cigarette pack 8.27 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.49 $
Monthly Pass 41 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.87 $
Taxi, 8 km 14 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 111 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.15 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.75 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.18 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.21 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 125 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 194 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 64.7 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 598 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,094 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 832 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,292 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,026 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,041 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,726 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.47%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 20 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.1 $
Haircut 16.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 59.4 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 39 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,261 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 13,467 $

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Terre Haute vs George Town (George Town is 134% more expensive)
Bahamas
Terre Haute vs Nassau (Nassau is 77% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Freeport (Freeport is 41% more expensive)
Vanuatu
Terre Haute vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 51% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Luganville (Luganville is 96% more expensive)
United States
Terre Haute vs New York City (New York City is 160% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 104% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Chicago (Chicago is 71% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Houston (Houston is 44% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 52% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 63% more expensive) Terre Haute vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 41% more expensive) Terre Haute vs San Diego (San Diego is 114% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Dallas (Dallas is 63% more expensive) Terre Haute vs San Jose (San Jose is 136% more expensive)
Canada
Terre Haute vs Toronto (Toronto is 65% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Montreal (Montreal is 25% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Calgary (Calgary is 38% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 43% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 14% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 12% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 58% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 70% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Brampton (Brampton is 36% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 38% more expensive)
Barbados
Terre Haute vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 13% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Holetown (Holetown is 11% less expensive)
Panama
Terre Haute vs Panama City (Panama City is 11% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Colon (Colon is 24% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 21% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 32% less expensive) Terre Haute vs David (David is 47% less expensive) Terre Haute vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 39% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Balboa (Balboa is 20% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Pacora (Pacora is 20% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Chitre (Chitre is 30% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Penonome (Penonome is 30% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Terre Haute vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 20% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Cayon (Cayon is 20% less expensive)
Cuba
Terre Haute vs Havana (Havana is 34% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 9% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Holguin (Holguin is 18% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 2% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 33% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 25% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 0% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 0% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 30% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 44% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Terre Haute vs San Jose (San Jose is 21% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Limon (Limon is 23% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Liberia (Liberia is 42% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 21% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 18% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Cartago (Cartago is 38% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Heredia (Heredia is 20% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 8% more expensive) Terre Haute vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 16% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Terre Haute vs Castries (Castries is 26% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 23% less expensive)
Jamaica
Terre Haute vs Kingston (Kingston is 15% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 50% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 35% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 25% less expensive) Terre Haute vs May Pen (May Pen is 47% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 37% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 46% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Linstead (Linstead is 33% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 28% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 27% less expensive)
El Salvador
Terre Haute vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 24% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 55% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 25% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 31% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 26% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Apopa (Apopa is 27% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 23% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 7% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 30% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 43% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Terre Haute vs St. John's (St. John's is 31% less expensive) Terre Haute vs All Saints (All Saints is 31% less expensive)
Grenada
Terre Haute vs St. George's (St. George's is 32% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Grenville (Grenville is 32% less expensive)
Dominica
Terre Haute vs Roseau (Roseau is 36% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 27% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Terre Haute vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 37% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 36% less expensive)
Belize
Terre Haute vs Belize City (Belize City is 44% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 30% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 53% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 15% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 1% more expensive)
Guatemala
Terre Haute vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 36% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Mixco (Mixco is 59% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Coban (Coban is 42% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 50% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 42% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 42% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 44% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 44% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Flores (Flores is 45% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 49% less expensive)
Honduras
Terre Haute vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 47% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 33% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Choloma (Choloma is 62% less expensive) Terre Haute vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 58% less expensive) Terre Haute vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 43% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 44% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 54% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 54% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Yoro (Yoro is 53% less expensive) Terre Haute vs La Lima (La Lima is 44% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Terre Haute vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 49% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 33% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 51% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Higuey (Higuey is 51% less expensive) Terre Haute vs La Vega (La Vega is 63% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 47% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 53% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 60% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Bonao (Bonao is 65% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Terre Haute vs Managua (Managua is 50% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Leon (Leon is 59% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Masaya (Masaya is 54% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 65% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 59% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Esteli (Esteli is 62% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Granada (Granada is 55% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 71% less expensive) Terre Haute vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 57% less expensive) Terre Haute vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 43% less expensive)