Cost of Living in Templeton, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.5
100 = national avg
-2.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,899
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,397
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.6
Food105.7
Transportation111.3
Healthcare104.5
Utilities99.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$788
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Templeton is 97.5, which is 2.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,899 per year to cover basic expenses.