Cost of Living in Fort Dodge, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.6
100 = national avg
-9.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,256
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.4
Food97.2
Transportation94.4
Healthcare97.8
Utilities94.6
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 Fort Dodge is 90.6, which is 9.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,878 per year to cover basic expenses.