Hills, IA Cost of Living


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Hills cost of living score
89.6
Less expensive
10.4% lower
than the US average
11.9% higher
than the Iowa average
Hills, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.4% lower than the U.S. average and 11.9% lower than the average for Iowa.

Hills, IA

Housing costs in Hills?
A typical home costs $212,400, which is 37.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.0% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hills costs $1,010 per month, which is 29.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.9% more than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Hills?
To live comfortably in Hills, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $40,680 for a family, and $33,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hills?
The cost of living in Hills, IA is quite reasonable. Groceries and dining out are typically affordable with a median income household being able to live comfortably. Housing costs in the area are generally lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for those looking for a more affordable place to live. Taxes remain low with no state income tax and property taxes are some of the lowest in the nation at only 0.27%. Utilities such as gas, electricity, and water tend to be priced fairly as well, making Hills an ideal location for those seeking a combination of affordability and comfort.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHillsIowaUnited States
  89.680.1100.0
  96.394.4100
  104.0108.2100.0
  67.455.4100.0
  $212,400$194,900$338,100
  104.8%98.5%100.0%
  72.171.4100.0
  117.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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