Cost of Living in Waterville, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.4
100 = national avg
-30.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,552
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,213
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing48.0
Food87.3
Transportation74.5
Healthcare89.8
Utilities82.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$754
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waterville is 69.4, which is 30.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 48.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,552 per year to cover basic expenses.