Decorah, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Winneshiek County / Decorah / Zip Codes

Decorah cost of living score
84.7
Less expensive
15.3% lower
than the US average
5.7% higher
than the Iowa average
Decorah, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.3% lower than the U.S. average and 5.7% lower than the average for Iowa.

Decorah, IA

Housing costs in Decorah?
A typical home costs $244,800, which is 27.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.6% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Decorah costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.8% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Decorah?
To live comfortably in Decorah, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $46,800 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Decorah?
The cost of living in Decorah, IA is quite affordable compared to other parts of the country. The average cost of a home is $172,800, which is significantly lower than the national median price. Additionally, the city has an excellent public transportation system that helps keep costs down even further. Groceries are also very affordable in Decorah with the monthly bills for food being quite low. Other expenses such as entertainment and utilities are also very reasonable here, making it an ideal place for individuals and families looking to live comfortably on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDecorahIowaUnited States
  84.780.1100.0
  9894.4100
  127.9108.2100.0
  70.155.4100.0
  $244,800$194,900$338,100
  101.4%98.5%100.0%
  59.771.4100.0
  105.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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ridiculously expensive housing for such a small town. The wages in the town do not even remotely compensate for the high cost of housing. Average housing prices start  More

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Over 14 years ago

I have been a resident of Decorah, IA for 26 years. Decorah is located in the northeast corner of Iowa. When we entertain out of town guests they always comment how  More

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Over 14 years ago

This college has the most extensive music program of any liberal arts college around, has a strong connection to public radio, and Decorah is reputed to be a lovely  More

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