Cost of Living in Lamont, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.8
100 = national avg
-16.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,188
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.2
Food93.0
Transportation86.0
Healthcare94.4
Utilities90.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$718
per month
2 Bedroom
$942
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lamont is 83.8, which is 16.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,887 per year to cover basic expenses.