Cost of Living in Marne, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.6
100 = national avg
-21.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,563
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,694
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.0
Food90.4
Transportation80.9
Healthcare92.4
Utilities87.3
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 Marne is 78.6, which is 21.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,563 per year to cover basic expenses.