Cost of Living in Jefferson, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.8
100 = national avg
-15.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,307
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,179
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.4
Food91.5
Transportation83.0
Healthcare93.2
Utilities90.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson is 84.8, which is 15.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,307 per year to cover basic expenses.