Cost of Living in Creston, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.6
100 = national avg
-22.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,165
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,753
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.4
Food88.8
Transportation63.2
Healthcare91.0
Utilities87.8
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 Creston is 77.6, which is 22.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,165 per year to cover basic expenses.