Cost of Living in Columbus City, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.2
100 = national avg
-3.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,349
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,098
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.0
Food113.1
Transportation124.8
Healthcare110.4
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 Columbus City is 96.2, which is 3.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,349 per year to cover basic expenses.