Harlan, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Shelby County / Harlan / Zip Codes

Harlan cost of living score
76.5
Less expensive
23.5% lower
than the US average
4.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Harlan, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.5% lower than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Harlan, IA

Housing costs in Harlan?
A typical home costs $156,100, which is 53.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.9% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Harlan costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Harlan?
To live comfortably in Harlan, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $29,880 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Harlan?
Harlan, IA has a relatively low cost of living compared to the national average. The median home price in Harlan is only $91,000, which is significantly lower than the national median of $216,000. Additionally, basic necessities such as food and utilities are also relatively inexpensive. The cost of food is around 8% lower than the rest of the nation, while electricity costs are about 10% less than the U.S. average. All in all, Harlan's low cost of living makes it an attractive place for budget-conscious people looking to live in a small town environment.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHarlanIowaUnited States
  76.580.1100.0
  94.594.4100
  112.0108.2100.0
  40.355.4100.0
  $156,100$194,900$338,100
  95.1%98.5%100.0%
  63.371.4100.0
  94.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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