Cost of Living in Eldora, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.9
100 = national avg
-4.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,205
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,758
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing76.7
Food105.1
Transportation110.2
Healthcare104.1
Utilities98.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Eldora is 95.9, which is 4.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,205 per year to cover basic expenses.