Cost of Living in Macksburg, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
60.3
100 = national avg
-39.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,536
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$62,721
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.0
Food74.1
Transportation48.2
Healthcare79.3
Utilities75.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Macksburg is 60.3, which is 39.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,536 per year to cover basic expenses.