Cost of Living in Urbandale, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.1
100 = national avg
+44.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,383
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,815
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing156.4
Food136.4
Transportation111.3
Healthcare129.1
Utilities133.1
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 Urbandale is 144.1, which is 44.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 156.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,383 per year to cover basic expenses.