Cost of Living in Hawkeye, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.1
100 = national avg
-14.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,486
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.3
Food98.1
Transportation96.2
Healthcare98.5
Utilities91.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$723
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hawkeye is 85.1, which is 14.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,436 per year to cover basic expenses.