Ralston, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Carroll County / Ralston / Zip Codes

Ralston cost of living score
77.1
Less expensive
22.9% lower
than the US average
3.7% lower
than the Iowa average
Ralston, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.9% lower than the U.S. average and 3.7% higher than the average for Iowa.

Ralston, IA

Housing costs in Ralston?
A typical home costs $80,700, which is 76.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 58.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ralston 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 Ralston?
To live comfortably in Ralston, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $15,480 for a family, and $22,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ralston?
The cost of living in Ralston, IA is quite affordable. The median home value in the city is $72,300, which is much lower than the US national average of $231,200. Additionally, the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Ralston is $615 per month, which is also significantly lower than the US average of $1,202 per month. This makes Ralston an excellent choice for those looking for an affordable place to live. Furthermore, food costs are relatively low and utilities are at or below the national average. All of these factors make Ralston an ideal location for those seeking an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRalstonIowaUnited States
  77.180.1100.0
  90.894.4100
  120.3108.2100.0
  15.855.4100.0
  $80,700$194,900$338,100
  104.7%98.5%100.0%
  59.671.4100.0
  90.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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