Cost of Living in Jamaica, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.0
100 = national avg
-26.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,558
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,954
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.2
Food91.1
Transportation82.2
Healthcare92.9
Utilities84.9
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 Jamaica is 74.0, which is 26.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,558 per year to cover basic expenses.