Cost of Living in La Porte City, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.5
100 = national avg
-6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,123
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,199
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.2
Food98.0
Transportation95.9
Healthcare98.4
Utilities96.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$801
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
The overall cost of living index in La Porte City is 93.5, which is 6.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,123 per year to cover basic expenses.