Cost of Living in Gilbertville, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.7
100 = national avg
+11.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,131
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,127
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.8
Food114.0
Transportation128.0
Healthcare111.2
Utilities108.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$801
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gilbertville is 111.7, which is 11.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,131 per year to cover basic expenses.