Cost of Living in Bertram, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
146.3
100 = national avg
+46.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,384
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,179
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing161.6
Food126.4
Transportation152.9
Healthcare121.1
Utilities128.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$816
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,071
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bertram is 146.3, which is 46.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 161.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,384 per year to cover basic expenses.