Cost of Living in Lawton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.3
100 = national avg
+17.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,592
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,945
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.6
Food119.0
Transportation114.1
Healthcare115.2
Utilities113.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$925
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,154
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lawton is 117.3, which is 17.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,592 per year to cover basic expenses.