Dunlap, IA Cost of Living


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Dunlap cost of living score
81.3
Less expensive
18.7% lower
than the US average
1.5% higher
than the Iowa average
Dunlap, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.7% lower than the U.S. average and 1.5% lower than the average for Iowa.

Dunlap, IA

Housing costs in Dunlap?
A typical home costs $156,700, which is 53.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dunlap costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.9% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Dunlap?
To live comfortably in Dunlap, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $29,880 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dunlap?
The cost of living in Dunlap, IA is fairly low when compared to other cities in the United States. The median home value is around $100,000, which is on par with places like Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. Groceries are relatively inexpensive as well with the average grocery store visit costing around $25-30. Utilities also tend to remain fairly low, making it affordable for individuals and families to keep up with their bills. In addition, there are no state income taxes which can add up if you're living in a high-tax area. Overall, Dunlap is an affordable place to call home for both individuals and families alike.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDunlapIowaUnited States
  81.380.1100.0
  93.794.4100
  109.5108.2100.0
  37.155.4100.0
  $156,700$194,900$338,100
  99.2%98.5%100.0%
  93.371.4100.0
  94.096.3100.0

   100=National Average

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