Cost of Living in Hinton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.6
100 = national avg
+29.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,034
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,808
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing121.3
Food132.6
Transportation116.7
Healthcare126.1
Utilities123.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$772
per month
2 Bedroom
$980
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hinton is 129.6, which is 29.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 121.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,034 per year to cover basic expenses.