Cost of Living in Carlisle, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.5
100 = national avg
+25.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,209
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,494
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.3
Food125.2
Transportation150.3
Healthcare120.1
Utilities116.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carlisle is 125.5, which is 25.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,209 per year to cover basic expenses.