Bayard, IA Cost of Living


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Bayard cost of living score
82.3
Less expensive
17.7% lower
than the US average
2.7% higher
than the Iowa average
Bayard, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.7% lower than the U.S. average and 2.7% lower than the average for Iowa.

Bayard, IA

Housing costs in Bayard?
A typical home costs $90,200, which is 73.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 53.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bayard costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.7% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Bayard?
To live comfortably in Bayard, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $17,280 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bayard?
The cost of living in Bayard, IA is relatively low, making it an attractive place for those seeking a more affordable lifestyle. The median home price in Bayard is around $116,000, lower than the national average by about 14%. As such, it is possible to purchase a comfortable home in the area with only a modest income. Additionally, general expenses are also lower than average. Groceries and healthcare costs tend to be cheaper than statewide or national averages, making it easier to make ends meet. Overall, Bayard has an inviting cost of living that makes it an appealing place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBayardIowaUnited States
  82.380.1100.0
  91.194.4100
  118.9108.2100.0
  13.755.4100.0
  $90,200$194,900$338,100
  104.5%98.5%100.0%
  87.371.4100.0
  97.596.3100.0

   100=National Average

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