Cost of Living in Leon, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.4
100 = national avg
-23.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,616
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,455
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.6
Food91.9
Transportation83.9
Healthcare93.5
Utilities86.3
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 Leon is 76.4, which is 23.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,616 per year to cover basic expenses.