Cost of Living in Columbus Junction, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.5
100 = national avg
-6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,149
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,262
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.0
Food108.5
Transportation112.2
Healthcare106.8
Utilities97.9
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 Junction is 93.5, which is 6.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,149 per year to cover basic expenses.