Cost of Living in Alvord, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.0
100 = national avg
-14.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,822
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,398
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing45.7
Food104.2
Transportation123.7
Healthcare103.4
Utilities91.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alvord is 86.0, which is 14.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 45.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,822 per year to cover basic expenses.