Templeton, IA Cost of Living


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

Templeton cost of living score
77.1
Less expensive
22.9% lower
than the US average
3.7% lower
than the Iowa average
Templeton, 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.

Templeton, IA

Housing costs in Templeton?
A typical home costs $177,400, which is 47.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.0% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Templeton costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.2% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Templeton?
To live comfortably in Templeton, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $33,840 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Templeton?
The cost of living in Templeton, IA is quite affordable compared to the average cost of living in the United States. Housing costs are low with the median home value just slightly above $100,000 and rent for a one-bedroom apartment averaging around $500 per month. Other expenses such as food, transportation, and utilities are also relatively low when compared to other areas of the country. The unemployment rate in Templeton is low at 2.7% and wages are slightly above average meaning that it's an excellent place for people looking to save money while still having access to a comfortable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesTempletonIowaUnited States
  77.180.1100.0
  95.294.4100
  120.3108.2100.0
  53.255.4100.0
  $177,400$194,900$338,100
  96.9%98.5%100.0%
  59.771.4100.0
  90.596.3100.0

   100=National Average

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