Cost of Living in Diamondhead Lake, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
156.7
100 = national avg
+56.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,932
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$162,930
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing147.3
Food145.5
Transportation181.8
Healthcare136.4
Utilities136.8
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 Diamondhead Lake is 156.7, which is 56.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 147.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,932 per year to cover basic expenses.