Cost of Living in Ionia, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.3
100 = national avg
-7.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,600
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,963
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.4
Food106.1
Transportation112.2
Healthcare104.9
Utilities96.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$778
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ionia is 92.3, which is 7.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,600 per year to cover basic expenses.