Cost of Living in Lewis, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
62.0
100 = national avg
-38.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,272
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$64,461
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.4
Food76.2
Transportation52.5
Healthcare81.0
Utilities76.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$710
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewis is 62.0, which is 38.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,272 per year to cover basic expenses.