Cost of Living in Blue Grass, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.9
100 = national avg
+22.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,059
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,776
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.0
Food116.6
Transportation133.1
Healthcare113.2
Utilities114.3
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 Blue Grass is 122.9, which is 22.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,059 per year to cover basic expenses.