Cost of Living in Goldfield, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.0
100 = national avg
-24.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,440
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,041
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.2
Food91.7
Transportation83.3
Healthcare93.3
Utilities86.0
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 Goldfield is 76.0, which is 24.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,440 per year to cover basic expenses.