Cost of Living in Kirkman, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.9
100 = national avg
+3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,728
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,085
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing95.3
Food106.4
Transportation112.7
Healthcare105.1
Utilities102.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$838
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kirkman is 103.9, which is 3.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,728 per year to cover basic expenses.