Cost of Living in Bentley, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.8
100 = national avg
-2.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,017
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,676
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.3
Transportation59.9
Utilities103.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bentley is 97.8, which is 2.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,017 per year to cover basic expenses.