Cost of Living in Arnolds Park, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.2
100 = national avg
+24.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,658
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,192
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing130.1
Food114.7
Transportation129.4
Healthcare111.8
Utilities114.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$831
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,091
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arnolds Park is 124.2, which is 24.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,658 per year to cover basic expenses.