Cost of Living in Lacona, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.7
100 = national avg
-1.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,667
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.8
Food104.0
Transportation142.9
Healthcare103.2
Utilities96.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lacona is 98.7, which is 1.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,436 per year to cover basic expenses.