Cost of Living in Fostoria, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.3
100 = national avg
+4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,885
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,457
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.0
Food113.5
Transportation127.1
Healthcare110.8
Utilities103.9
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 Fostoria is 104.3, which is 4.3% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,885 per year to cover basic expenses.