Cost of Living in Riverdale, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.9
100 = national avg
+42.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,854
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,565
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing173.4
Food117.6
Transportation135.3
Healthcare114.1
Utilities125.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
The overall cost of living index in Riverdale is 142.9, which is 42.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 173.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,854 per year to cover basic expenses.