Cost of Living in Rippey, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.4
100 = national avg
-14.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,572
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,807
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.8
Food99.9
Transportation99.7
Healthcare99.9
Utilities92.1
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 Rippey is 85.4, which is 14.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,572 per year to cover basic expenses.