Cost of Living in Douds, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.7
100 = national avg
+10.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,727
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,174
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.6
Food132.2
Transportation164.4
Healthcare125.8
Utilities109.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Douds is 110.7, which is 10.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,727 per year to cover basic expenses.