Cost of Living in Balltown, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.0
100 = national avg
+55.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,204
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,210
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.0
Food146.0
Transportation192.0
Healthcare136.8
Utilities135.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$841
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
The overall cost of living index in Balltown is 155.0, which is 55.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,204 per year to cover basic expenses.