Cost of Living in Pleasant Plain, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.2
100 = national avg
-21.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,408
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,329
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing39.6
Food100.6
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities88.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$826
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,084
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pleasant Plain is 78.2, which is 21.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 39.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,408 per year to cover basic expenses.