Cost of Living in Earlham, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.9
100 = national avg
+23.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,524
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,874
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.5
Food129.8
Transportation123.6
Healthcare123.9
Utilities119.4
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 Earlham is 123.9, which is 23.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,524 per year to cover basic expenses.