Cost of Living in North Washington, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.6
100 = national avg
+2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,147
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,711
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.6
Food113.1
Transportation126.1
Healthcare110.4
Utilities103.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$778
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in North Washington is 102.6, which is 2.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,147 per year to cover basic expenses.