Cost of Living in Washburn, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.6
100 = national avg
+2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,136
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,685
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.8
Food107.5
Transportation115.1
Healthcare106.0
Utilities102.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$801
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washburn is 102.6, which is 2.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,136 per year to cover basic expenses.