Cost of Living in State Center, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.0
100 = national avg
-2.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,132
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,948
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.0
Food105.3
Transportation110.5
Healthcare104.2
Utilities99.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$731
per month
2 Bedroom
$959
per month
The overall cost of living index in State Center is 98.0, which is 2.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,132 per year to cover basic expenses.