Cost of Living in Knoxville, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.9
100 = national avg
-1.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,504
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,828
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.3
Food103.6
Transportation107.2
Healthcare102.9
Utilities99.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$808
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,016
per month
The overall cost of living index in Knoxville is 98.9, which is 1.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,504 per year to cover basic expenses.