Cost of Living in Whittemore, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.3
100 = national avg
-13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,960
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,723
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing53.2
Food108.9
Transportation89.0
Healthcare107.1
Utilities96.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Whittemore is 86.3, which is 13.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 53.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,960 per year to cover basic expenses.