Cost of Living in Pacific Junction, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.0
100 = national avg
-31.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,350
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,737
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.9
Food78.5
Transportation56.9
Healthcare82.8
Utilities80.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pacific Junction is 69.0, which is 31.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,350 per year to cover basic expenses.