Mitchellville, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Polk County / Mitchellville / Zip Codes

Mitchellville cost of living score
86.6
Less expensive
13.4% lower
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the Iowa average
Mitchellville, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 86.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.1% lower than the average for Iowa.

Mitchellville, IA

Housing costs in Mitchellville?
A typical home costs $215,300, which is 36.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 10.5% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mitchellville costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Mitchellville?
To live comfortably in Mitchellville, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $41,400 for a family, and $28,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mitchellville?
The cost of living in Mitchellville, IA is relatively low compared to other nearby cities. This is due to the small population and local businesses that keep prices down. The median home price is around $140,000, making it an affordable place to live. The average cost for groceries and other necessities are also lower than most places, helping residents save money. Other advantages include low utility costs and property taxes, as well as no sales tax on most items. With all of these factors combined, Mitchellville offers residents a great quality of life at a relatively low cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMitchellvilleIowaUnited States
  86.680.1100.0
  97.594.4100
  102.4108.2100.0
  69.055.4100.0
  $215,300$194,900$338,100
  89.9%98.5%100.0%
  83.471.4100.0
  112.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

We are getting some new housing built here. In the $140,000 to $200,000 range. I think the median value of $177,000 is grossly overstated. More like $130,000, at  More

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Over 16 years ago

There are no medical doctors' nor dental practioners' offices open for business in Mitchellville, IA. The nearest medical offices are 7 miles east of M'ville (the town  More

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