Cost of Living in Alta, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.0
100 = national avg
-5.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,786
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,766
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing85.1
Food100.5
Transportation101.1
Healthcare100.4
Utilities97.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$770
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,010
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alta is 95.0, which is 5.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 85.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,786 per year to cover basic expenses.