Cost of Living in Beaver, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.1
100 = national avg
-27.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,736
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,013
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing34.2
Food98.7
Transportation81.4
Healthcare99.0
Utilities86.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$788
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,026
per month
The overall cost of living index in Beaver is 72.1, which is 27.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 34.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,736 per year to cover basic expenses.