Brighton, IA Cost of Living


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Brighton cost of living score
81.8
Less expensive
18.2% lower
than the US average
2.1% higher
than the Iowa average
Brighton, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average and 2.1% lower than the average for Iowa.

Brighton, IA

Housing costs in Brighton?
A typical home costs $94,900, which is 71.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.3% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brighton costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.8% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Brighton?
To live comfortably in Brighton, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brighton?
The cost of living in Brighton, IA is quite reasonable compared to other cities and states. The median home value in Brighton is estimated to be around $109,900, which is considerably lower than the national average. Additionally, the average cost of groceries and other miscellaneous expenses such as utilities tend to run below the national average as well. With rent prices ranging from just over $600 for a one bedroom apartment to just under $1,000 for a four bedroom house, it's easy to find an affordable place to live in Brighton. Overall, the cost of living in Brighton makes it an ideal location for those looking for a comfortable and inexpensive place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBrightonIowaUnited States
  81.880.1100.0
  93.294.4100
  118.7108.2100.0
  26.055.4100.0
  $94,900$194,900$338,100
  101.5%98.5%100.0%
  79.671.4100.0
  101.896.3100.0

   100=National Average

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