Cost of Living in Mineola, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.8
100 = national avg
+32.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,413
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,066
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.1
Food126.0
Transportation151.9
Healthcare120.8
Utilities120.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mineola is 132.8, which is 32.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,413 per year to cover basic expenses.