Cost of Living in Kelley, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.7
100 = national avg
+41.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,341
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,352
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.5
Food141.2
Transportation182.5
Healthcare133.0
Utilities127.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,026
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,153
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kelley is 141.7, which is 41.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,341 per year to cover basic expenses.