Cost of Living in Cushing, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.1
100 = national avg
-11.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,772
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,644
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.2
Food103.6
Transportation107.2
Healthcare102.9
Utilities94.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$925
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,154
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cushing is 88.1, which is 11.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,772 per year to cover basic expenses.