Aplington, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Butler County / Aplington / Zip Codes

Aplington cost of living score
76.1
Less expensive
23.9% lower
than the US average
5.0% lower
than the Iowa average
Aplington, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.9% lower than the U.S. average and 5.0% higher than the average for Iowa.

Aplington, IA

Housing costs in Aplington?
A typical home costs $152,600, which is 54.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Aplington costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Aplington?
To live comfortably in Aplington, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $29,160 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Aplington?
The cost of living in Aplington, IA is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. According to the National Census Bureau the median household income for Aplington is $46,323; this is 11% lower than the national median. Additionally, housing costs are well below the national average with a median home value of $122,500 and an average rent of just $632 per month. In terms of transportation, gasoline prices can be quite affordable as they range around an average price of only $2.30 per gallon. Overall, living in Aplington offers residents a good quality of life at a reasonable cost.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAplingtonIowaUnited States
  76.180.1100.0
  93.894.4100
  101.5108.2100.0
  45.155.4100.0
  $152,600$194,900$338,100
  93.6%98.5%100.0%
  79.571.4100.0
  85.596.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

Aplington is a town that hasn't had crime in years. It is quiet calm and beautiful. Weather is harsh in the winter. And fairly decent for the other three seasons. Late  More

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