Union, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Hardin County / Union / Zip Codes

Union cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
7.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Union, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 7.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Union, IA

Housing costs in Union?
A typical home costs $81,900, which is 75.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 58.0% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Union costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Union?
To live comfortably in Union, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $15,840 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Union?
The cost of living in Union, IA is relatively low compared to other areas in the United States. The median home value in Union is $142,300, which is lower than the national median home value of $219,700. Additionally, the cost of utilities and groceries in Union is around 5% lower than the national average. The overall cost of living index for Union is 91.9, making it more affordable than the national average of 100. Coupled with a high quality of life and a variety of amenities available, it's no wonder that many people choose to live in Union.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesUnionIowaUnited States
  74.180.1100.0
  91.994.4100
  122.6108.2100.0
  20.355.4100.0
  $81,900$194,900$338,100
  103.4%98.5%100.0%
  76.771.4100.0
  91.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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