Leon, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Decatur County / Leon / Zip Codes

Leon cost of living score
73
Less expensive
27.0% lower
than the US average
8.9% lower
than the Iowa average
Leon, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.0% lower than the U.S. average and 8.9% higher than the average for Iowa.

Leon, IA

Housing costs in Leon?
A typical home costs $93,900, which is 72.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.8% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Leon costs $720 per month, which is 49.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 29.2% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Leon?
To live comfortably in Leon, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $18,000 for a family, and $22,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Leon?
The cost of living in Leon, IA is quite reasonable. The median home value is around $97,000, which is much lower than the national average. The median rental costs are also fairly low at around $636 a month. In addition to affordable housing prices, the area boasts a low overall cost of living and other expenses like food and transportation are reasonably priced as well. Overall Leon is an ideal location for those looking for a place to live without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLeonIowaUnited States
  73.080.1100.0
  93.394.4100
  119.6108.2100.0
  26.155.4100.0
  $93,900$194,900$338,100
  104.3%98.5%100.0%
  77.271.4100.0
  81.896.3100.0

   100=National Average

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