Cost of Living in Maloy, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.8
100 = national avg
-6.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,262
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,529
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing43.1
Food121.2
Transportation115.6
Healthcare116.9
Utilities101.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$748
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Maloy is 93.8, which is 6.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 43.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,262 per year to cover basic expenses.