Cost of Living in Glenwood, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.8
100 = national avg
+3.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,669
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,946
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.1
Food103.0
Transportation106.0
Healthcare102.4
Utilities102.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Glenwood is 103.8, which is 3.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,669 per year to cover basic expenses.