Mediapolis, IA Cost of Living


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Mediapolis cost of living score
72.6
Less expensive
27.4% lower
than the US average
9.4% lower
than the Iowa average
Mediapolis, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.4% higher than the average for Iowa.

Mediapolis, IA

Housing costs in Mediapolis?
A typical home costs $170,100, which is 49.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mediapolis costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.1% more than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Mediapolis?
To live comfortably in Mediapolis, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $32,760 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mediapolis?
The cost of living in Mediapolis, IA is quite affordable. The city has a median home price of $105,400, which is approximately 7% lower than the national average. Additionally, the overall cost of living in Mediapolis is 8% below the national average. This makes it a great place for young families or retirees looking to save money on housing and other expenses. Residents also benefit from relatively low taxes and utility costs. All of this means that Mediapolis offers an excellent quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMediapolisIowaUnited States
  72.680.1100.0
  95.494.4100
  116.1108.2100.0
  47.955.4100.0
  $170,100$194,900$338,100
  100.5%98.5%100.0%
  65.271.4100.0
  91.096.3100.0

   100=National Average

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