Cost of Living in De Soto, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.1
100 = national avg
+22.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,738
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,017
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.0
Food120.7
Transportation141.4
Healthcare116.6
Utilities114.4
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 De Soto is 122.1, which is 22.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,738 per year to cover basic expenses.