Whether you're young or old, a Purdue student or a member of the faculty, a life-long resident or a new member of the community many people will agree... Lafayette is a GREAT place to live!  Compared to the rest of the county, Lafayette has enjoyed a cost of living that is 25.3% LOWER than the rest of the country.  Furthermore, the public school system spends $6,541 per student, compared to the $6,058 national average.  Historically, Lafayette has always been very competitive in the labor market in terms of unemployment.  So if you're looking for a great place to live and work, and be a part of a community that you can be proud of, come to Lafayette!  We'd love to have you...