Cost of Living in Westphalia, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.9
100 = national avg
+13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,107
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing58.2
Food133.0
Transportation165.9
Healthcare126.4
Utilities111.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$838
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Westphalia is 113.9, which is 13.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 58.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,107 per year to cover basic expenses.