Whittemore, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Kossuth County / Whittemore / Zip Codes

Whittemore cost of living score
73.2
Less expensive
26.8% lower
than the US average
8.6% lower
than the Iowa average
Whittemore, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.8% lower than the U.S. average and 8.6% higher than the average for Iowa.

Whittemore, IA

Housing costs in Whittemore?
A typical home costs $130,400, which is 61.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.1% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Whittemore 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 Whittemore?
To live comfortably in Whittemore, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $24,840 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Whittemore?
The cost of living in Whittemore, IA is quite reasonable. The median home price is $93,400, which is well below the national average. Additionally, groceries and other necessities are generally quite affordable. The unemployment rate in this small town is also quite low at 3.7%. This indicates that many of the residents have secure jobs to help them pay their bills and enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. All in all, Whittemore is an ideal place for those seeking an affordable town with plenty of job opportunities and a strong sense of community.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWhittemoreIowaUnited States
  73.280.1100.0
  92.194.4100
  123.7108.2100.0
  21.755.4100.0
  $130,400$194,900$338,100
  101.2%98.5%100.0%
  65.571.4100.0
  97.296.3100.0

   100=National Average

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