Dougherty, IA Cost of Living


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Dougherty cost of living score
73.3
Less expensive
26.7% lower
than the US average
8.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Dougherty, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.7% lower than the U.S. average and 8.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Dougherty, IA

Housing costs in Dougherty?
A typical home costs $136,200, which is 59.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 30.1% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dougherty 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 Dougherty?
To live comfortably in Dougherty, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $25,920 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dougherty?
The cost of living in Dougherty, IA is relatively low compared to the rest of the United States. The median home value in Dougherty is $115,000, which is significantly lower than the national average of $231,200. Additionally, the cost of groceries and healthcare are also lower than the national averages. Furthermore, most residents can benefit from a variety of tax breaks associated with owning property in Dougherty. All these factors make it an attractive option for those looking to purchase a home or live on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDoughertyIowaUnited States
  73.380.1100.0
  91.694.4100
  100.5108.2100.0
  17.155.4100.0
  $136,200$194,900$338,100
  100.8%98.5%100.0%
  61.571.4100.0
  101.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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