Cost of Living in Wallingford, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.9
100 = national avg
-19.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,577
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,090
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing41.4
Food102.9
Transportation105.7
Healthcare102.3
Utilities90.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$771
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wallingford is 80.9, which is 19.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 41.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,577 per year to cover basic expenses.