Cost of Living in Stuart, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.0
100 = national avg
-6.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,358
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,755
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing85.4
Food97.8
Transportation104.7
Healthcare98.2
Utilities95.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Stuart is 94.0, which is 6.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 85.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,358 per year to cover basic expenses.