Cost of Living in Bettendorf, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.0
100 = national avg
+42.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,498
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,723
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.7
Food128.7
Transportation157.3
Healthcare122.9
Utilities126.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bettendorf is 142.0, which is 42.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,498 per year to cover basic expenses.