Cost of Living in Burlington, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.7
100 = national avg
-12.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,577
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,183
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.1
Food92.2
Transportation77.6
Healthcare93.8
Utilities93.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$810
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,063
per month
The overall cost of living index in Burlington is 87.7, which is 12.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,577 per year to cover basic expenses.