Cost of Living in Terre Haute, IN
Population: 58,491 • 2026 Data
$41,960
Median Household Income
-46% vs national
$877
Median Monthly Rent
-35% vs national
$109,500
Median Home Value
-68% vs national
7.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Terre Haute
The median home value in Terre Haute, IN is $109,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $877, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $825.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Terre Haute, IN is $41,960. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6%, with a labor force of 26,193 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.