Cost of Living in Tennant, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.2
100 = national avg
-17.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,188
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,535
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.4
Food90.6
Transportation106.5
Healthcare92.4
Utilities87.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$838
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tennant is 82.2, which is 17.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,188 per year to cover basic expenses.