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Laurel, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Franklin County County
2.1
/5.0
C
Fair
474
Population
1,975/sq mi density
$24,663
Median Income
$18,436 per capita
$76,100
Home Value
$232,894 Zillow
$973
Median Rent
42.9% income on rent
52°F
Avg Temperature
293 sunny days/yr
81
Violent Crime/100K
4,552 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$24,663 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,100 home value, $973/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
81 violent crimes/100K
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
93.3
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$973
16% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$3,577
2% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$816
per month
1 Bedroom
$882
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,096
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,391
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,590
per month
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $233.25 |
| Specialist Visit | $326.55 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $186.60 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,052.60 |
| Dental Cleaning | $121.29 |
| Dental Filling | $233.25 |
| Root Canal | $933.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,119.60 |
| Tooth Extraction | $233.25 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,399.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $466.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,732.00 |
| Eye Exam | $186.60 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $326.55 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $233.25 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,332.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $233.25 |
| MRI | $1,399.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,119.60 |
| Ultrasound | $373.20 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $139.95 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $139.95 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $69.98 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $233.25 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $163.28 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $279.90 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,332.50 |
| Mammogram | $279.90 |
| Knee Replacement | $32,655.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $29,856.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,265.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $23,325.00 |
| Appendectomy | $13,995.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $20,526.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $12,129.00 |
| Flu Shot | $37.32 |
| COVID Test | $93.30 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $14.00 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $233.25 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,119.60 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41.99 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $69.98 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $279.90 |
| Tire Rotation | $37.32 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $559.80 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $186.60 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,799.00 |
| AC Repair | $466.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $326.55 |
| Wheel Alignment | $93.30 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $186.60 |
| Alternator Replacement | $466.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $653.10 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $186.60 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.67 per mile |
| State Inspection | $27.99 |
| Emissions Test | $46.65 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $93.30 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $93.30 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $83.97 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $373.20 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,531.00 |
| Roof Repair | $933.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,397.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,332.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,265.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $186.60 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $466.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $163.28 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $46.65 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $139.95 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $746.40 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $186.60 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $279.90 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,665.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $27,990.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $11,196.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.46 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $606.45 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $27.99 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,119.60 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,399.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $373.20 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,399.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,995.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,665.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,399.50 |
| Will Preparation | $466.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,332.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,866.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $279.90 |
| LLC Formation | $466.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $279.90 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,799.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $30.79 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $23.33 |
| Women's Haircut | $51.32 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $139.95 |
| Manicure | $23.33 |
| Pedicure | $37.32 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $74.64 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $93.30 |
| Gym Membership | $46.65 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $65.31 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $14.00 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.73 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $233.25 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.83 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.27 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.55 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.20 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.13 per lb |
| Rice | $0.93 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.61 per lb |
| Apples | $1.68 per lb |
| Coffee | $7.00 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.27 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $9.33 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $16.79 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $55.98 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $16.79 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.13 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $9.33 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $14.00 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $7.93 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $23.33 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $46.65 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $130.62 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $65.31 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $65.31 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $65.31 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $60.65 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $79.31 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $32.66 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,866.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $186.60 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,866.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $65.31 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14.00 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $93.30 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27.99 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $46.65 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $373.20 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,119.60 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $933.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $373.20 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $46.65 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $933.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,662.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,732.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $9,330.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $55.98 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $93.30 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $55.98 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $37.32 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $279.90 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $186.60 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $746.40 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $373.20 |
| Microchipping | $46.65 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 93.3 |
| Median Rent | $973 |
| Rent Burden | 42.9% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,577 |
| FMR Studio | $816 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $882 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,096 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,391 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,590 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $24,663 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,436 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,995 |