Albia, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Monroe County / Albia / Zip Codes

Albia cost of living score
75.9
Less expensive
24.1% lower
than the US average
5.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Albia, 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.

Albia, IA

Housing costs in Albia?
A typical home costs $139,700, which is 58.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.3% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Albia costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Albia?
To live comfortably in Albia, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $26,640 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Albia?
The cost of living in Albia, IA is relatively affordable when compared to other parts of the state. The median home price in Albia is around $96,000, creating a housing market that is much more affordable than many locations across Iowa. Utility bills in the city are also quite reasonable, with residents generally paying below average prices for electricity and natural gas. Additionally, the cost of food and goods in Albia is quite low, providing substantial savings over other parts of the state. All together, these factors make living in Albia an attractive option for those looking to save money without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAlbiaIowaUnited States
  75.980.1100.0
  9494.4100
  117.7108.2100.0
  39.755.4100.0
  $139,700$194,900$338,100
  100.1%98.5%100.0%
  65.271.4100.0
  85.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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