Cost of Living in Denison, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.9
100 = national avg
-7.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,862
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,584
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.6
Food98.8
Transportation97.6
Healthcare99.0
Utilities96.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$788
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Denison is 92.9, which is 7.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,862 per year to cover basic expenses.