Cost of Living in Charter Oak, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.4
100 = national avg
-18.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,798
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,614
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing63.1
Food94.4
Transportation88.8
Healthcare95.5
Utilities89.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$788
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Charter Oak is 81.4, which is 18.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 63.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,798 per year to cover basic expenses.