Dunkerton, IA Cost of Living


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Dunkerton cost of living score
75.7
Less expensive
24.3% lower
than the US average
5.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Dunkerton, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.3% lower than the U.S. average and 5.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Dunkerton, IA

Housing costs in Dunkerton?
A typical home costs $180,500, which is 46.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.4% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dunkerton 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 Dunkerton?
To live comfortably in Dunkerton, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $34,560 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dunkerton?
The cost of living in Dunkerton, IA is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median home value is around $113,400, and rent for a one-bedroom apartment averages at $514 per month. Overall, the cost of groceries, utilities, and transportation are quite affordable. Residents can get by with minimal spending and still be able to enjoy the amenities of the city. Additionally, Dunkerton offers many recreational opportunities such as fishing on Cedar Lake and relaxing in one of its many parks.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDunkertonIowaUnited States
  75.780.1100.0
  97.394.4100
  104.8108.2100.0
  59.255.4100.0
  $180,500$194,900$338,100
  92.7%98.5%100.0%
  75.171.4100.0
  105.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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