Mount Pleasant, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Henry County / Mount Pleasant / Zip Codes

Mount Pleasant cost of living score
75.9
Less expensive
24.1% lower
than the US average
5.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Mount Pleasant, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.1% lower than the U.S. average and 5.2% higher than the average for Iowa.

Mount Pleasant, IA

Housing costs in Mount Pleasant?
A typical home costs $152,300, which is 55.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.9% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mount Pleasant costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.7% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Mount Pleasant?
To live comfortably in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $29,160 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mount Pleasant?
Mount Pleasant, IA is an affordable place to live. The cost of living index is about 8% lower than the national average, meaning that goods and services cost less here than in most other areas of the country. Housing costs are particularly low, with a median home value of just $75,400. Utilities such as electricity and water are also quite inexpensive compared to other areas. With so many benefits for residents and visitors alike, Mount Pleasant offers much for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMount PleasantIowaUnited States
  75.980.1100.0
  94.894.4100
  116.8108.2100.0
  43.355.4100.0
  $152,300$194,900$338,100
  101.7%98.5%100.0%
  59.071.4100.0
  89.496.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 18 years ago

Small, as in only about 9,000 residents, but a great town with a lot of charm and a lot of opportunities for great activities for such a small  More

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