Cost of Living in Harper, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.8
100 = national avg
-5.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,714
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,596
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing76.8
Food103.8
Transportation107.6
Healthcare103.1
Utilities97.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$764
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Harper is 94.8, which is 5.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,714 per year to cover basic expenses.