Burlington, IA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Burlington, Iowa?
$1,740 / month
for a family, 67.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $20,880 for the year for a family.
$2,367 / month
for a single person, 50.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,400 for the year for a single person.

Burlington cost of living score
72.6
Less expensive
27.4% lower
than the US average
9.4% lower
than the Iowa average
Burlington, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.4% higher than the average for Iowa.

Burlington, IA

Housing costs in Burlington?
A typical home costs $108,600, which is 67.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.3% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Burlington costs $940 per month, which is 34.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $930.

Can I afford Burlington?
To live comfortably in Burlington, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $20,880 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Burlington?
Burlington, IA is a relatively affordable place to live. The cost of living index for Burlington is 79.3, which is lower than the national average of 100. Prices on housing, groceries, and healthcare are all slightly below the national average. Additionally, the overall tax burden in Burlington is quite low at 6.9%, making it an attractive option for those looking to save money on their living expenses. Overall, Burlington is a great place to consider when searching for an affordable yet comfortable place to live.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBurlingtonIowaUnited States
    Unlock80.1100.0
  92.7  Unlock100.0
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  27.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,900$338,100
  100.8  Unlock100.0
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  90.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Burlington iowa is a great historical town it's a great place to live if you make atlest 37 to 40 dollers an hour but if your on a fixed income of less then a 1000  More

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