salaryRent is lower than in 90% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $38,720 a year. That is $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Indiana cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Indiana. It is number 28 of 132 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in La Porte?
Share of households by yearly income. 15.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in La Porte
| Size | La Porte | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $762 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,082 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,274 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,542 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is La Porte overall?
Everyday prices in the Michigan City-La Porte metro area are 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.7, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in La Porte
Life in La Porte
What jobs pay in La Porte
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $148,110 | 7.8% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $124,520 | 9.3% |
| Lawyer | $116,060 | 10.0% |
| Software Developer | $98,510 | 11.8% |
| Operations Manager | $95,370 | 12.2% |
| Carpenter | $91,970 | 12.6% |
| Registered Nurse | $82,300 | 14.1% |
| Plumber | $82,200 | 14.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,640 | 14.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $80,500 | 14.4% |
| Civil Engineer | $72,720 | 16.0% |
| Accountant | $72,550 | 16.0% |
| Police Officer | $66,460 | 17.5% |
| Electrician | $65,270 | 17.8% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,250 | 17.8% |
| Firefighter | $65,230 | 17.8% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,810 | 19.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,500 | 19.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,480 | 19.5% |
| Truck Driver | $58,240 | 19.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,520 | 26.1% |
| Customer Service Representative | $41,880 | 27.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,400 | 30.3% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,820 | 30.7% |
| Restaurant Cook | $29,860 | 38.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,840 | 38.9% |
| Cashier | $28,520 | 40.7% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,260 | 41.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in La Porte?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $125 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $157,500 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $15,750 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in La Porte, IN?
Renting in La Porte costs a median of about $968 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Indiana median is $1,219.
How much do I need to make to live in La Porte?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $38,720 a year, or $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is La Porte cheap or expensive?
La Porte is rated Cheap: rent takes 18.2% of the typical household income of $63,963. It ranks 28th cheapest of 132 Indiana cities we track.
How much are property taxes in La Porte?
The median homeowner in La Porte pays $1,319 a year in property taxes, about 0.84% of the median home value.
Is La Porte more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 8% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in La Porte?
The median home value in La Porte is $157,500, about 2.5 times the typical yearly household income.
22,449 people live in La Porte. Numbers are typical (middle) values.