Cost of Living in West Chester, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.6
100 = national avg
-22.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,148
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,713
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing62.7
Food88.0
Transportation89.9
Healthcare90.4
Utilities85.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$733
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Chester is 77.6, which is 22.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 62.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,148 per year to cover basic expenses.