Cost of Living in Granger, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.7
100 = national avg
+43.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,241
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,478
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.3
Food135.7
Transportation171.4
Healthcare128.6
Utilities127.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Granger is 143.7, which is 43.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,241 per year to cover basic expenses.