Cost of Living in Hartford, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.9
100 = national avg
+12.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,674
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,411
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.9
Food109.6
Transportation119.1
Healthcare107.6
Utilities108.1
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 Hartford is 112.9, which is 12.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,674 per year to cover basic expenses.