Fort Dodge, IA Cost of Living


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Fort Dodge cost of living score
71.6
Less expensive
28.4% lower
than the US average
10.6% lower
than the Iowa average
Fort Dodge, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.4% lower than the U.S. average and 10.6% higher than the average for Iowa.

Fort Dodge, IA

Housing costs in Fort Dodge?
A typical home costs $113,300, which is 66.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 41.9% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Dodge costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Fort Dodge?
To live comfortably in Fort Dodge, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $21,600 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Dodge?
Fort Dodge, IA has a relatively low cost of living with residents having access to affordable housing and utilities. The overall cost of living index is 87, which is 13% lower than the US average, making it an attractive destination for those looking to reduce their expenses. Groceries are also cheaper than the US average, helping to make Fort Dodge a great option for anyone looking to save money. Additionally, there are plenty of restaurants and shops in town that offer quality items at reasonable prices. All in all, Fort Dodge provides its citizens with an excellent cost of living that won't break the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort DodgeIowaUnited States
  71.680.1100.0
  93.194.4100
  123.8108.2100.0
  30.355.4100.0
  $113,300$194,900$338,100
  93.7%98.5%100.0%
  58.871.4100.0
  91.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Corrupt politicians always scheming to funnel public money to wealthy private interests, creating a welfare dependent economy that will be imploding sooner than later,  More

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Having lived here all of my life and having been involved with the community in many ways, I would not recommend that anyone move to FD at this time. About 60% of the  More

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Over 9 years ago

Before moving to the Fort Dodge area please consider other options. The city is a decaying town, streets have definitely seen better days and are filthy. There are not  More

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