Cost of Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.2
100 = national avg
+55.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,280
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,389
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.0
Food143.7
Transportation187.4
Healthcare135.0
Utilities135.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$925
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,154
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sergeant Bluff is 155.2, which is 55.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,280 per year to cover basic expenses.