Hillsboro, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Henry County / Hillsboro / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Hillsboro, Iowa?
$1,710 / month
for a family, 68.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $20,520 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Hillsboro cost of living score
75.9
Less expensive
24.1% lower
than the US average
5.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Hillsboro, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.1% lower than the U.S. average and 5.2% higher than the average for Iowa.

Hillsboro, IA

Housing costs in Hillsboro?
A typical home costs $107,700, which is 68.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hillsboro costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 12.0% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Hillsboro?
To live comfortably in Hillsboro, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $20,520 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hillsboro?
The cost of living in Hillsboro, IA is quite reasonable. The median home value in Hillsboro is around $118,000, which is much lower than the national average of approximately $220,000. The median household income in Hillsboro is also slightly lower than the national average at about $62,000. Other costs of living such as groceries and transportation are also generally less expensive than those found in larger cities. In addition to a low cost of living, Hillsboro also offers an array of attractions and activities for residents to enjoy, making it a great place to live at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHillsboroIowaUnited States
    Unlock80.1100.0
  90.7  Unlock100.0
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  12.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,900$338,100
  99.6  Unlock100.0
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  89.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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