Cost of Living in Iowa, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.3
100 = national avg
+9.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,091
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,670
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.4
Food105.7
Transportation111.4
Healthcare104.6
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,217
per month
The overall cost of living index in Iowa is 109.3, which is 9.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,091 per year to cover basic expenses.