Bridgewater, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Adair County / Bridgewater / Zip Codes

Bridgewater cost of living score
76.5
Less expensive
23.5% lower
than the US average
4.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Bridgewater, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.5% lower than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Bridgewater, IA

Housing costs in Bridgewater?
A typical home costs $90,700, which is 73.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 53.5% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bridgewater costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Bridgewater?
To live comfortably in Bridgewater, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $17,280 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bridgewater?
The cost of living in Bridgewater, IA is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. Housing costs are particularly affordable, with the median home costing around $87,500 and an average rental unit costing just over $600 per month. The overall cost of goods and services is also below the national average, making Bridgewater an attractive option for those who need to keep costs down while still enjoying a good quality of life. Groceries and healthcare are both fairly cheap, with groceries averaging less than $50 a week and healthcare costing around 10% less than the US average. Overall, Bridgewater is a great place for those looking for an affordable lifestyle without sacrificing too much quality or convenience.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBridgewaterIowaUnited States
  76.580.1100.0
  91.494.4100
  119.2108.2100.0
  11.955.4100.0
  $90,700$194,900$338,100
  103.3%98.5%100.0%
  73.571.4100.0
  84.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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