Cost of Living in Epworth, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.3
100 = national avg
+9.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,114
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,723
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.3
Food106.2
Transportation112.5
Healthcare105.0
Utilities105.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$841
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
The overall cost of living index in Epworth is 109.3, which is 9.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,114 per year to cover basic expenses.