Ely, IA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Ely, Iowa?
$4,950 / month
for a family, 8.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $59,400 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.

Ely cost of living score
81.8
Less expensive
18.2% lower
than the US average
2.1% higher
than the Iowa average
Ely, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average and 2.1% lower than the average for Iowa.

Ely, IA

Housing costs in Ely?
A typical home costs $310,200, which is 8.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 59.2% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ely costs $930 per month, which is 35.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $930.

Can I afford Ely?
To live comfortably in Ely, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $59,400 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ely?
Ely, IA has a relatively low cost of living compared to other parts of the country. The median home value is just over $118,000 and the median household income is around $54,000. With a below-average cost of living index, Ely offers a great option for those looking to save money while still enjoying all that the city has to offer. Groceries are quite affordable in this small city and utilities such as electricity and water are very reasonably priced. Additionally, there are no state income taxes which helps to offset the cost of living even further. All in all, Ely provides an excellent quality of life for its residents at an affordable price tag.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock80.1100.0
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    Unlock$194,900$338,100
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  115.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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