Spencer, IA Cost of Living


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Spencer cost of living score
76.7
Less expensive
23.3% lower
than the US average
4.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Spencer, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.3% lower than the U.S. average and 4.2% higher than the average for Iowa.

Spencer, IA

Housing costs in Spencer?
A typical home costs $160,100, which is 52.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 17.9% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Spencer costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Spencer?
To live comfortably in Spencer, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $30,600 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Spencer?
The cost of living in Spencer, IA is relatively low compared to the national average. According to Best Places, the city's overall cost of living index is 81.4, which is 19.6% lower than the U.S. average. The median home price in Spencer is $86,000, which is about 45% lower than the national median home price of $156,400. Additionally, housing costs are comparatively low with an estimated monthly rental rate of $715 per month for a two-bedroom apartment and utilities costing an average of $142 per month for a 915 square foot home. Overall, Spencer offers residents an affordable cost of living with many amenities and resources available to help those who need it most.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSpencerIowaUnited States
  76.780.1100.0
  94.694.4100
  115.3108.2100.0
  46.355.4100.0
  $160,100$194,900$338,100
  100.6%98.5%100.0%
  62.471.4100.0
  98.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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The summers in Spencer are magical. Fireflies, perfect weather, and beautiful lakes nearby. Everything here grows like a dream. Just plant it and it will grow without  More

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Over 14 years ago

Could use a few more democrats just to spice it up.  More

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