Cost of Living in Osage, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.4
100 = national avg
-9.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,767
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,994
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.7
Food97.6
Transportation95.2
Healthcare98.1
Utilities94.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$774
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Osage is 90.4, which is 9.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,767 per year to cover basic expenses.