Cost of Living in Moscow, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.0
100 = national avg
+42.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,468
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,651
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.2
Food142.1
Transportation184.2
Healthcare133.7
Utilities127.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$858
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,071
per month
The overall cost of living index in Moscow is 142.0, which is 42.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,468 per year to cover basic expenses.