Cost of Living in Brighton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.3
100 = national avg
-19.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,331
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,509
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.9
Food92.0
Transportation84.1
Healthcare93.6
Utilities88.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$733
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brighton is 80.3, which is 19.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,331 per year to cover basic expenses.