Cost of Living in Agency, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.6
100 = national avg
-16.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,798
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,977
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.5
Food95.1
Transportation90.2
Healthcare96.1
Utilities90.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$814
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,068
per month
The overall cost of living index in Agency is 83.6, which is 16.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,798 per year to cover basic expenses.