Cost of Living in Muscatine, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.0
100 = national avg
-6.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,375
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.4
Food95.3
Transportation80.1
Healthcare96.3
Utilities97.1
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 Muscatine is 94.0, which is 6.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,375 per year to cover basic expenses.