Cost of Living in Dallas Center, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.0
100 = national avg
+25.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,008
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,019
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.7
Food117.8
Transportation135.7
Healthcare114.3
Utilities115.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dallas Center is 125.0, which is 25.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,008 per year to cover basic expenses.