Cost of Living in La Motte, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
100.1
100 = national avg
+0.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,023
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,054
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.0
Food110.7
Transportation105.3
Healthcare108.5
Utilities102.6
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 La Motte is 100.1, which is 0.1% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,023 per year to cover basic expenses.