Cost of Living in Estherville, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.8
100 = national avg
-17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,446
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,145
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.3
Food91.8
Transportation88.8
Healthcare93.4
Utilities89.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$771
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Estherville is 82.8, which is 17.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,446 per year to cover basic expenses.