Cost of Living in Lehigh, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.6
100 = national avg
-19.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,481
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,864
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.8
Food95.0
Transportation89.9
Healthcare96.0
Utilities88.9
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 Lehigh is 80.6, which is 19.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,481 per year to cover basic expenses.