Cost of Living in Mediapolis, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.9
100 = national avg
+3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,704
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,029
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.7
Food104.5
Transportation108.9
Healthcare103.6
Utilities102.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$810
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,063
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mediapolis is 103.9, which is 3.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,704 per year to cover basic expenses.