Cost of Living in Garner, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.6
100 = national avg
-2.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,951
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,520
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.0
Food102.7
Transportation105.4
Healthcare102.2
Utilities99.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$745
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Garner is 97.6, which is 2.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,951 per year to cover basic expenses.