Cost of Living in Chillicothe, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.2
100 = national avg
-16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,609
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,531
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing48.5
Food102.5
Transportation105.1
Healthcare102.0
Utilities91.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$814
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,068
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chillicothe is 83.2, which is 16.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 48.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,609 per year to cover basic expenses.