Cost of Living in Sidney, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.3
100 = national avg
-0.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,712
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,320
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.1
Food111.3
Transportation122.6
Healthcare109.0
Utilities101.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$708
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sidney is 99.3, which is 0.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,712 per year to cover basic expenses.