Barnes City, IA Cost of Living


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Barnes City cost of living score
75.3
Less expensive
24.7% lower
than the US average
6.0% lower
than the Iowa average
Barnes City, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.7% lower than the U.S. average and 6.0% higher than the average for Iowa.

Barnes City, IA

Housing costs in Barnes City?
A typical home costs $102,900, which is 69.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.2% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Barnes City costs $710 per month, which is 50.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 31.0% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Barnes City?
To live comfortably in Barnes City, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $19,800 for a family, and $23,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Barnes City?
The cost of living in Barnes City, IA is quite reasonable. In comparison to other cities in the state, Barnes City has a relatively low cost of living, with most goods and services costing less than the average for Iowa. The median home price is lower than the state average, allowing many people to find affordable housing in this small city. Grocery prices are also generally lower than elsewhere in the state, making it easier for people on a budget to shop and eat locally. Additionally, the taxes and utilities are all competitively priced when compared to other towns and cities throughout Iowa. All in all, Barnes City offers a great value for those looking to live in a smaller city with a quality of life that can't be beat!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBarnes CityIowaUnited States
  75.380.1100.0
  91.694.4100
  115.4108.2100.0
  19.155.4100.0
  $102,900$194,900$338,100
  103.8%98.5%100.0%
  78.971.4100.0
  99.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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