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Hoosiers Need $24 An Hour Just To Keep A Roof Overhead

For Indiana renters chasing a basic two-bedroom, the going rate now effectively demands about $24 an hour. That so-called Housing Wage is well above what the typical renter family actually brings home, and the growing gap is pushing more Hoosiers to the financial brink. Fresh statewide numbers spell out just how far out of reach a modest rental has become.

Indiana · 07-28
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Wage needed to afford housing outpaces what typical rental household makes in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS — A new report from Prosperity Indiana and the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that the wages needed to rent the average two-bedroom apartment in Indiana ($24.13 per hour) have outpaced what the typical renter household makes. “You need to earn about $24 an hour, but the average for all Indiana occupations is […]

Indiana · 07-27

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Monroe County property transfers through July 22, 2026

The B Square reports property transfers in Monroe County. Generally these reports will be published every Sunday. This report includes new property transfers in Monroe County that haven’t previously been reported by The B Square, with dates ranging from June 16 to July 22, 2026. The data in this report comes from Beacon, the county’s online geographic information system for property and parcel data.

Monroe County, IN · 07-26
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Concerns rise over housing affordability in central Indiana

Median wage in Indiana no longer enough to make rent for a typical household.

Indiana · 07-27
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Concerns rise over housing affordability in central Indiana

Indiana · 07-27

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Out of Reach – Indiana 2026: Indiana’s housing affordability crisis now threatens community, workforce, and economic growth

INDIANA – The hourly wage needed for Hoosier renters to afford a modest home has increased much faster than Hoosier renter wages, leaving the average household with $7,696 less annually in purchasing power compared to just three years ago. This is according to Out of Reach – Indiana 2026,...

Indiana · 07-23

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July 23, 2026: Kirkwood veto stands; Bloomington Transit’s new management firm; College Square bids; Monroe County jail profile

This week’s puzzle is a 10-question news quiz. If you have read the B Square over the last week, it will be a breeze. Based on the National Weather Service forecast in text and charts here’s some advice. Thursday: The only thing sunnier today will be your own...

Bloomington, IN · 07-23

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Three Indiana Cities Among 2026's Worst Cities for Bed Bugs

A list like this might make you think twice when laying your head down at night in these Indiana cities.

Indiana · 07-14

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11 Indiana Towns Where Rising Property Taxes Are Pushing Families to Move

Property taxes have become a growing concern for homeowners across Indiana, especially in communities where rising home values and continued development have pushed tax assessments higher. For many families, the increase has made monthly housing costs more difficult to manage, prompting some to reconsider where they live or whether they can afford to stay long term.

Indiana · 07-12

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Two hotel-and-apartment proposals submitted for Bloomington’s College Square

Two development teams have submitted competing proposals to buy and redevelop Bloomington’s downtown College Square property, with each envisioning a combination of a hotel and apartments. One group proposed a roughly 160-room, full-service hotel paired with housing that would include below-market-rate units. That’s a proposal from a four-member team,...

Bloomington, IN · 07-21

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Monroe County property transfers through July 15, 2026

The B Square reports property transfers in Monroe County. Generally these reports will be published every Sunday. This report includes new property transfers in Monroe County that haven’t previously been reported by The B Square, with dates ranging from June 5 to July 15, 2026. The data in this report comes from Beacon, the county’s online geographic information system for property and parcel data.

Monroe County, IN · 07-19

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The 6 Indiana Towns Where Your Retirement Savings Will Stretch Further Than You Ever Imagined

Ready to discover affordable towns in Indiana where your retirement savings can truly go far?. These 6 towns offer low costs of living and plenty of charm to enjoy every single day!. 1. Logansport. Let’s start with a town that doesn’t get nearly enough credit for how good it is....

Indiana · 07-12

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Hockersmith recognized as May listing, sales leader

F.C. Tucker West Central is pleased to recognize Casey Hockersmith as its May listing and sales agent of the month after an outstanding month helping buyers and sellers across West Central Indiana. During May, Hockersmith listed four new properties and helped six buyers find their dream homes, reflecting her dedication...

Montgomery County, IN · 07-21

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U.S. attorneys file suit to seize Indiana developer's $6.6M Florida home

Florida · 07-18

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Indiana Sees Highest Home Sales, New Listing Totals Since 2022

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Association of Realtors (IAR) has released statewide real estate market data for the first six months of 2026, showing gains in home sales and new listings along with rising property values compared to 2025. Other highlights include:. • June’s 8,563 closed sales were 8% higher than...

Indiana · 07-18

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CIB selects Dora for Bloomington Convention Center hotel, declines delay for potential land-swap

Dora Hospitality was selected Wednesday (July 15) to build the Bloomington convention center’s host hotel on land south of the convention center under the control of Monroe County’s capital improvement board (CIB), which includes the Seminary Pointe block. On a unanimous vote at its Wednesday meeting, the CIB...

Bloomington, IN · 07-15

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Photos: Inside the Bloomington Convention Center expansion

After last Wednesday’s (July 8) meeting of the Monroe County capital improvement board (CIB), when the CIB heard proposals from two hoteliers, some board members were taken on a tour of the convention center expansion project. Leading the way was Weddle Bros. construction project manager Andrew Scere. The B Square tagged along.

Bloomington, IN · 07-15

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Three Indiana Cities Among 2026's Worst Cities for Bed Bugs

A list like this might make you think twice when laying your head down at night in these Indiana cities.

Indiana · 07-14

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Monroe County OKs $82K Scientia tax abatement tied to 30 new jobs

A request for a tax abatement from defense contractor Scientia LLC was given the second two required approvals from the Monroe County council at its Tuesday (July 14) meeting. The company wants to use its 10‑year real-property tax abatement to help expand its west-side facility. On June 23, the...

Monroe County, IN · 07-15