West Chester, IA Cost of Living


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West Chester cost of living score
81.8
Less expensive
18.2% lower
than the US average
2.1% higher
than the Iowa average
West Chester, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average and 2.1% lower than the average for Iowa.

West Chester, IA

Housing costs in West Chester?
A typical home costs $123,600, which is 63.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West Chester costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 5.7% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford West Chester?
To live comfortably in West Chester, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $23,760 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West Chester?
West Chester offers residents an affordable cost of living. The average cost of housing is much lower than the national average, and groceries, transportation, and utilities are also significantly cheaper. Despite its low cost of living, West Chester does not sacrifice any amenities or services that some more expensive cities may provide; residents have plenty of access to health care, entertainment options, and recreational activities. All in all, West Chester provides a quality lifestyle at an unbeatable price point.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWest ChesterIowaUnited States
  81.880.1100.0
  91.994.4100
  118.7108.2100.0
  19.055.4100.0
  $123,600$194,900$338,100
  104.7%98.5%100.0%
  74.371.4100.0
  101.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

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