Galva, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Ida County / Galva / Zip Codes

Galva cost of living score
70.6
Less expensive
29.4% lower
than the US average
11.9% lower
than the Iowa average
Galva, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 70.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.4% lower than the U.S. average and 11.9% higher than the average for Iowa.

Galva, IA

Housing costs in Galva?
A typical home costs $90,500, which is 73.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 53.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Galva costs $710 per month, which is 50.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 31.0% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Galva?
To live comfortably in Galva, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $17,280 for a family, and $21,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Galva?
Galva, IA boasts a low cost of living compared to the national average. A one-bedroom apartment in the city center typically costs around $500 per month, while outside of town the cost drops to around $450. Groceries and other essentials are also comparatively inexpensive, with many items costing less than their national counterparts. The area has an overall low unemployment rate and a good number of job opportunities, making it a great place for those looking for long-term residency or short term employment.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGalvaIowaUnited States
  70.680.1100.0
  91.894.4100
  119.1108.2100.0
  22.355.4100.0
  $90,500$194,900$338,100
  95.2%98.5%100.0%
  72.071.4100.0
  92.796.3100.0

   100=National Average

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