Cost of Living in Yale, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.7
100 = national avg
+2.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,178
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,784
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.7
Food111.9
Transportation123.7
Healthcare109.5
Utilities102.9
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 Yale is 102.7, which is 2.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,178 per year to cover basic expenses.