Cost of Living in Shellsburg, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.3
100 = national avg
+4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,871
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,423
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.5
Food103.3
Transportation106.6
Healthcare102.6
Utilities102.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$956
per month
The overall cost of living index in Shellsburg is 104.3, which is 4.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,871 per year to cover basic expenses.