Cost of Living in George, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.4
100 = national avg
-13.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,996
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,808
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.6
Food95.2
Transportation90.4
Healthcare96.2
Utilities92.1
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 George is 86.4, which is 13.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,996 per year to cover basic expenses.