Cost of Living in Ute, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.3
100 = national avg
-17.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,204
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,574
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.0
Food92.8
Transportation111.5
Healthcare94.2
Utilities87.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ute is 82.3, which is 17.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,204 per year to cover basic expenses.