Cost of Living in Sheldahl, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.5
100 = national avg
+9.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,168
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,852
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.1
Food101.6
Transportation112.4
Healthcare101.3
Utilities104.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,026
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,153
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sheldahl is 109.5, which is 9.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,168 per year to cover basic expenses.