Cost of Living in Dexter, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.0
100 = national avg
+9.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,970
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,384
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.7
Food113.6
Transportation127.2
Healthcare110.9
Utilities106.5
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 Dexter is 109.0, which is 9.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,970 per year to cover basic expenses.