Cost of Living in West Branch, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.3
100 = national avg
+20.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,944
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,141
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.6
Food117.2
Transportation134.4
Healthcare113.7
Utilities113.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$961
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,141
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Branch is 120.3, which is 20.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,944 per year to cover basic expenses.