Cost of Living in Swaledale, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.7
100 = national avg
-30.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,656
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,460
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.0
Food86.3
Transportation72.6
Healthcare89.0
Utilities82.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$750
per month
2 Bedroom
$949
per month
The overall cost of living index in Swaledale is 69.7, which is 30.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,656 per year to cover basic expenses.