Lenox, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Taylor County / Lenox / Zip Codes

Lenox cost of living score
73.1
Less expensive
26.9% lower
than the US average
8.7% lower
than the Iowa average
Lenox, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.9% lower than the U.S. average and 8.7% higher than the average for Iowa.

Lenox, IA

Housing costs in Lenox?
A typical home costs $106,000, which is 68.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lenox 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 Lenox?
To live comfortably in Lenox, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $20,160 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lenox?
The cost of living in Lenox, IA is quite affordable. According to the most recent cost of living index, it is 16% lower than the national average. Housing costs are very reasonable, with a median home price of $95,200. Utilities are also relatively low-cost due to Iowa's energy efficiency initiatives. The area also has many restaurants and grocery stores that offer inexpensive options for food and other necessities. Overall, Lenox is an ideal place to call home due to its affordability and the opportunity to enjoy a rural lifestyle without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLenoxIowaUnited States
  73.180.1100.0
  93.894.4100
  120.4108.2100.0
  31.055.4100.0
  $106,000$194,900$338,100
  99.0%98.5%100.0%
  71.171.4100.0
  83.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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