Cost of Living in Rodney, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.4
100 = national avg
-18.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,805
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,630
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.0
Food89.9
Transportation79.8
Healthcare91.9
Utilities88.7
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 Rodney is 81.4, which is 18.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,805 per year to cover basic expenses.