Cost of Living in Washta, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
70.1
100 = national avg
-29.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,859
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,939
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing47.0
Food88.5
Transportation76.9
Healthcare90.8
Utilities82.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$811
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washta is 70.1, which is 29.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 47.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,859 per year to cover basic expenses.