Cost of Living in Winterset, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.4
100 = national avg
+5.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,397
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,666
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.6
Food102.9
Transportation105.9
Healthcare102.4
Utilities103.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,109
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
The overall cost of living index in Winterset is 105.4, which is 5.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,397 per year to cover basic expenses.