Cost of Living in South English, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.5
100 = national avg
-30.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,600
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,328
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing45.7
Food88.4
Transportation76.8
Healthcare90.7
Utilities82.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$764
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in South English is 69.5, which is 30.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 45.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,600 per year to cover basic expenses.