Cost of Living in Onawa, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.3
100 = national avg
-9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,717
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,877
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.5
Food91.8
Transportation83.6
Healthcare93.4
Utilities93.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Onawa is 90.3, which is 9.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,717 per year to cover basic expenses.