Dixon, IA Cost of Living


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Dixon cost of living score
82.9
Less expensive
17.1% lower
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Iowa average
Dixon, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.1% lower than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Iowa.

Dixon, IA

Housing costs in Dixon?
A typical home costs $138,600, which is 59.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.9% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dixon costs $1,000 per month, which is 30.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.0% more than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Dixon?
To live comfortably in Dixon, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $26,640 for a family, and $32,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dixon?
The cost of living in Dixon, IA is on the lower end when compared to other parts of the United States. The overall cost of living is 14% lower than the national average and the housing costs are even lower at 26% below the national average. Renting an apartment on average costs around $575 per month and meals are relatively inexpensive with meals for two people costing around $30. Utilities like electric, water, heating and cooling are all relatively low in Dixon as well, with utilities running an average of about $85 a month. In conclusion, Dixon's cost of living is quite affordable for those looking to move or vacation there.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDixonIowaUnited States
  82.980.1100.0
  96.394.4100
  103.3108.2100.0
  33.955.4100.0
  $138,600$194,900$338,100
  102.6%98.5%100.0%
  79.271.4100.0
  114.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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