Cost of Living in Worthington, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,737
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,014
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.0
Food112.6
Transportation105.5
Healthcare110.1
Utilities101.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$841
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
The overall cost of living index in Worthington is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,737 per year to cover basic expenses.