Cost of Living in Denver, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.0
100 = national avg
+17.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,481
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,683
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.5
Food118.9
Transportation137.8
Healthcare115.1
Utilities111.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$745
per month
2 Bedroom
$978
per month
The overall cost of living index in Denver is 117.0, which is 17.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,481 per year to cover basic expenses.