Cost of Living in Cylinder, IA

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

95.8

100 = national avg

-4.2 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$42,171

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$99,676

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
68.8
Food
108.3
Transportation
116.6
Healthcare
106.6
Utilities
98.7

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$700

per month

2 Bedroom

$919

per month

The overall cost of living index in Cylinder is 95.8, which is 4.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 68.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,171 per year to cover basic expenses.