Cost of Living in Parkersburg, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.9
100 = national avg
+2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,259
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,976
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.9
Food106.2
Transportation112.3
Healthcare104.9
Utilities102.3
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 Parkersburg is 102.9, which is 2.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,259 per year to cover basic expenses.