Cost of Living in Clayton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.6
100 = national avg
-1.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,390
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,558
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.1
Food102.5
Transportation105.1
Healthcare102.0
Utilities99.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clayton is 98.6, which is 1.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,390 per year to cover basic expenses.