Cost of Living in Rutland, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.2
100 = national avg
-2.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,782
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,121
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.4
Food113.4
Transportation126.7
Healthcare110.7
Utilities100.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$798
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rutland is 97.2, which is 2.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,782 per year to cover basic expenses.