Cost of Living in Story City, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.1
100 = national avg
+9.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,001
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,457
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.6
Food106.2
Transportation112.4
Healthcare105.0
Utilities105.7
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 Story City is 109.1, which is 9.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,001 per year to cover basic expenses.